IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Manager

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Offices of the CIO (OCIO) at Qualcomm. As part of the OCIO, the IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team’s mission is to drive IT risk management and compliance strategy, capabilities, and deliverables across the organization.
Our team is seeking a seasoned IT GRC Manager for our San Diego, CA office. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance or IT audit roles. This role is critical in ensuring our IT operations identify and treat risks, meet all regulatory requirements, and comply with internal policies. The IT GRC Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to the IT leadership team, establishing a culture of strong governance, risk awareness, operational resilience, and compliance organization-wide.

Requirements

• 4+ years of Project Management-relevant work experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• 6+ years of Project Management-relevant work experience without a Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience: 5–7 years of hands-on experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance or IT audit roles. This experience should include managing audit processes and implementing IT control frameworks.
• Regulatory & Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of IT general controls, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance best practices. Capable of staying current with changes in relevant laws and regulations.
• Third-Party Risk Assessments: Ability to evaluate and manage risks associated with external service providers to ensure their preparedness aligns with organizational resilience and statutory requirements.
• GRC Tools Proficiency: Proficiency in using GRC and audit management tools.
• Advanced Education: A Master’s degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus.
• Certification: Possession of at least one relevant information security or audit certification, such as CISA, CISM, or CISSP (required).
• Additional Frameworks: Familiarity with other governance, risk, and security frameworks or regulations (e.g., NIST CSF, COBIT, GDPR) is beneficial.
• Program Leadership: Experience in developing or maturing GRC or IT Resilience programs, as well as prior experience leading or mentoring a team in risk management or compliance initiatives.
• Strategic Mindset: Strong business acumen, with the ability to align GRC efforts to support organizational goals and improve operational resilience. Experience in driving process improvements and adapting GRC strategies in response to emerging risks or changes in the business environment.
• Experience: 5–7 years of hands-on experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance or IT audit roles
• Compliance Frameworks: Strong knowledge of SOX; familiarity with ISO/IEC 27001
• GRC Tools & Platforms: Proficient in using ServiceNow IRM and AuditBoard
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, collaboration, attention to detail, problem-solving, adaptability, leadership, integrity

Responsibilities

• Audit Liaison & Management: Facilitate internal and external IT audits by working closely with auditors. Support alignment on audit scope, ensure auditors receive necessary documentation, and track audit status from initiation to completion. Manage post-audit activities, including addressing findings and implementing corrective action plans to remediate control deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Compliance & Risk Oversight: Oversee and drive compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations and standards such as SOX and ISO 27001, ensuring that IT policies and controls meet those requirements. Conduct regular IT risk assessments and maintain a risk register, developing mitigation strategies for identified risks, and monitoring their effectiveness.
• Third-Party Risk Management: Perform and document SOC report reviews to ensure critical service providers meet the organization’s operational resilience standards and regulatory compliance requirements. Address any identified risks in vendor relationships by recommending and following up on mitigation actions.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare clear and comprehensive reports for IT leadership and relevant stakeholders on the state of IT compliance, risk levels, audit outcomes, and remediation progress. Present findings and recommendations in a concise, professional manner to support informed decision-making by senior management.
• Policy Development & Governance: Support the development of IT governance policies, standard operating procedures, and control documentation. Ensure all policies are aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements, communicated to all relevant personnel, and regularly reviewed for effectiveness. Promote a strong governance and compliance culture through training and awareness initiatives.
• GRC Tool Administration: Utilize GRC platforms such as ServiceNow IRM and AuditBoard for tracking compliance activities, managing risk assessments, documenting controls, and monitoring the status of audits and remediation efforts. Leverage these tools to streamline workflows and improve visibility into the organization’s risk and compliance posture.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams—including IT Operations, Information Security, Internal Audit, Finance, and Legal—to ensure a holistic approach to governance, risk, and compliance. Serve as a central point of contact for GRC matters, facilitating collaboration and consensus among stakeholders and ensuring that compliance and risk management objectives are integrated into business processes.

Benefits

• We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.

What This Job Offers

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