Cybersecurity, IT GRC Practice Lead

Elevate • Coral Gables, FL

16d • $160,000 - $210,000 • Remote

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated and passionate Cybersecurity IT GRC Practice Lead that is excited to work in a fast-paced, high-energy and creative environment and is anxious to leave his/her fingerprint in our growing practice. The Cybersecurity IT GRC Practice Lead role is an integral part to our service delivery and leadership team. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, love providing exceptional client service, solving and coaching our teams and clients through their compliance journey in an effortless and joyful manner. We have been in business for over 15 years with hundreds of happy clients in a multitude of industries, environments, and challenges where we bring value with our solutions and placements. This special breed of auditor/consultant is client-centric, people-centric, solution-focused, resourceful, adaptable, organized, reliable, authentic, able to work independently and in a team setting; and able to transition seamlessly between trivial day-to-day delivery and more strategic initiatives. This position requires a highly analytical, detail-oriented professional with experience identifying risks, evaluating controls, and providing strategic audit recommendations to client senior executives while providing thought leadership and ways to improve and scale the practice.

Requirements

• 10-20 years in IT GRC audit advisory, with a proven record of leading client-facing teams and delivering complex IT Cybersecurity & GRC projects for large advisory firms.
• Deep domain knowledge of regulatory frameworks (SOX, SOC, ISO 27001, PCI, GDPR, NIST 800-53, and/or FedRAMP, HITRUST, CMMC, etc.) and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated experience producing thought leadership materials and driving practice innovation.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to a leadership role requiring on average more than 40hr work week.
• Willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and engage in all aspects of delivery, from high-level strategy to detailed documentation and review.
• Ability to meet 60% utilization, balancing client/project work with thought leadership and administrative responsibilities.
• Responsive and accountable to clients, team, and leadership, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
• Solution-oriented, resourceful, adaptable, and able to resolve issues creatively and pragmatically.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and passionate about leading teams and serving clients.
• Smart, creative, authentic, and collaborative; able to thrive in a small, fast-paced, and values-driven firm.
• Strong communicator, easy to work with, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (MIS, IT, Computer Science, Business, etc.).
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM preferred or a commitment to obtain them.
• Deep knowledge of SOX, SOC, ISO 27001, PCI, GDPR, and familiarity with NIST 800-53 frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead Practice Delivery (60%) Oversee and drive the successful delivery of IT Cybersecurity & IT GRC advisory services, ensuring all client projects are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
• Provide hands-on leadership, including reviewing and, when necessary, producing client deliverables such as work papers, reports, and recommendations1.
• Mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative, client-centric, and solution-focused culture.
• Serve as the escalation point for client and team issues, proactively identifying and mitigating project risks, and ensuring continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Maintain a pulse on all active projects, ensuring your utilization targets (minimum 60%) are met by balancing client work, team oversight, thought leadership and minimal administrative duties.
• Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team on strategic initiatives, practice growth, and client engagement.
• Drive Thought Leadership (40%) Partner with the CEO and marketing team to develop and publish thought leadership content, including client case studies, practitioner checklists, how-to guides, and market/industry trend analyses.
• Engage with clients to capture success stories and best practices, translating them into actionable insights for both clients and the broader market.
• Continuously monitor and interpret regulatory, market, and industry trends to ensure Elevate’s services and content remain at the forefront of the cybersecurity and GRC landscape.

Benefits

• full healthcare
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid vacation
• performance incentives
• full healthcare insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental, Basic Life and other wellness benefits)
• 401k including employer contribution (once vested)
• paid vacation packages and performance-based bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level