GRC Engineer I
Workstreet
IndiaremotePosted 1 month ago
Skill Required
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Key highlights
- Competitive base salary with regular performance reviews, merit-based appraisals, and bonus opportunities
- Remote-first position requiring US Eastern Time zone availability
- Fast-paced startup environment with significant room for career advancement
- Experience with SOC 2, ISO 27001, or NIST CSF frameworks required
- Proven ability to work directly with US-based clients required
- Mentorship and comprehensive technical training provided
Role overview
Workstreet is a fast-growing startup that helps businesses scale securely by designing and implementing cutting-edge security and compliance programs across frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP. They are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented GRC Engineer I to join their team.
Responsibilities
- Support compliance initiatives by assisting in implementing and maintaining cybersecurity compliance programs aligned with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other regulatory standards.
- Maintain documentation by developing and updating cybersecurity policies, procedures, and control evidence to support audits and assessments.
- Assist in risk mitigation by working with internal and external teams to identify, track, and help remediate cybersecurity risks and control gaps.
- Coordinate project tasks by supporting multiple compliance projects through managing documentation, timelines, and deliverables under senior guidance.
- Communicate with clients via email, chat, and calls to gather evidence, clarify compliance requirements, and provide timely updates.
- Perform control testing by conducting basic control checks and assisting in readiness reviews to ensure continuous compliance with internal and external standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, security, and operations teams to implement corrective actions and strengthen compliance posture.
- Learn and grow by receiving mentorship from senior team members and contributing to improving processes, templates, and playbooks for compliance delivery.
- Oversee or manage a small team while ensuring client engagements are delivered effectively and aligned with Workstreet's security objectives.
Requirements
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cybersecurity compliance projects concurrently.
- Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.
- Proven ability to work directly with clients in the US.
- Experience working in cybersecurity compliance, including SOC 2, ISO 27001, or NIST CSF frameworks.
- Familiarity with creating and enforcing cybersecurity policies.
- Experience working in a tech company with a focus on cybersecurity.
- Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Must be amenable to work US Eastern Time zone hours.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Vanta or similar compliance automation platforms.
- Additional experience with frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI DSS.
- Certifications such as ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, CISA, or Security+.
Benefits
- Career Development: Clear path with mentorship and training opportunities.
- Technical Training: Comprehensive onboarding on security and compliance frameworks.
- Competitive Compensation: A competitive base salary with regular performance reviews linked to merit-based appraisals and bonus opportunities.
- Growth Opportunity: Early-stage company with significant room for career advancement.
- Remote-First Culture: Flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global team.
Additional details
- Reliable high-speed internet connection required.
- Quiet, professional home office setup required.
- Fluency in written and verbal English communication skills required.
- Workstreet is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
- Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, and other relevant information, in compliance with applicable laws.
- Originally posted on Himalayas.