Senior Cybersecurity GRC Analyst

Avnet•Chandler, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to join our global security enablement team. This role is essential in advancing our GRC initiatives across international operations. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in cybersecurity assessments, regulatory frameworks, and risk management, and will help shape and maintain our global security posture.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity standards, regulatory frameworks, and certification requirements, including: Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) CMMC ISO/IEC 27001:2022 NIST CSF 2.0 NIST Risk Management Framework NIST 800-171
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Business-level proficiency in written and spoken English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across time zones and cultures.
Typically 8+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in cybersecurity GRC roles, preferably in a global enterprise environment.
Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, gap analyses, and control testing.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with GRC platforms and tools such as ServiceNow, AuditBoard, or Onspring.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute cybersecurity assessments using recognized frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO/IEC 27001.
Develop, update, and manage cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures to meet global regulatory requirements.
Stay informed about emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to guide governance efforts.
Design and deliver cybersecurity training and awareness programs tailored to global audiences.
Create and manage internal communications related to cybersecurity initiatives, policies, and compliance updates.
Conduct risk assessments across business units and regions.
Maintain and update risk registers, and support the development of mitigation strategies.
Support third-party risk management by assessing vendor security practices and compliance.
Support internal and external audit preparation and response activities.
Monitor and report on compliance status, risk metrics, and control effectiveness.
Ensure alignment with global compliance requirements, including SOX, CMMC, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-171.