IT Compliance Lead

Howmet Aerospace•Whitehall, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated IT Compliance Lead who is responsible for overseeing and enforcing adherence to the IT compliance program across multiple facilities within the Engines business unit. This role ensures that all IT systems, processes, and policies adhere to relevant regulatory, industry, and organizational standards. The IT Compliance Lead will communicate compliance requirements effectively to all facilities, provide hands-on support to prepare plants for internal and external audits, and manage the disaster recovery (DR) schedule, including its communication and documentation of results.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT compliance, risk management, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a leadership or program management role.
Strong understanding of IT systems, cybersecurity principles, compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC 2), and disaster recovery methodologies.
Ability to use Microsoft Office product suite and Microsoft SharePoint.
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or certifications: (e.g. CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP).
Experience with disaster recovery planning and execution is highly desirable.
Knowledge of manufacturing IT environments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex compliance and DR requirements to diverse audiences.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop effective solutions.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks across multiple locations with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, facilitate discussions, and provide training to end-users.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Monitor and enforce adherence to IT compliance policies and procedures across all facilities, ensuring consistency and accountability.
Clearly communicate compliance policies, procedures, and expectations to IT teams and stakeholders across multiple facilities. Conduct training sessions to promote awareness and adherence.
Collaborate with IT teams to prepare for internal and external audits, identifying gaps, and implementing corrective actions to ensure compliance.
Perform regular reviews of compliance responses to identify potential errors or gaps and work with the site to resolve the issues.
Develop and maintain the disaster recovery schedule for all facilities, ensuring alignment with business continuity objectives. Clearly communicate the DR plans and schedules to relevant stakeholders and ensure timely execution.
Document the results of DR tests and exercises, ensuring comprehensive records of outcomes, issues, and remediation steps.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of compliance activities, audit findings, DR test results, and remediation plans. Provide regular reports to senior management on compliance and DR status and risks.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive approach to compliance and disaster recovery across the organization.

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