Associate Director, Governance Risk and Compliance

As a GRC Leader at S&P Global, you will play a crucial role in architecting and leading a proactive, automation-centric GRC program within a high-velocity AI-native environment. Your primary responsibilities will include: - Leading the GRC team to provide comprehensive risk-based coverage for cloud infrastructure, applications, AI/ML models, and data platforms. - Collaborating with the engineering team to design and implement real-time risk scoring engines using behavioral analytics and anomaly detection. - Managing Management Action Plans (MAPs) from creation to closure, ensuring accountability through automated workflows. - Transitioning from periodic reporting to continuous assurance with live dashboards and predictive risk signals. - Architecting and operationalizing automated evidence collection for 150+ controls using tools like ServiceNow GRC, Drata, or OneTrust. - Developing self-healing remediation playbooks to enhance operational efficiency. - Recruiting, mentoring, and leading a GRC team that blends policy, automation, and data skills. - Launching a self-service policy portal to improve user experience and engagement. - Leading internal security assurance reviews and managing the third-party risk lifecycle. - Maintaining living mappings of internal standards to SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST AI RMF. Qualifications required for this role: - Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree or relevant certifications (CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or equivalent) preferred. - Minimum of 12 years of experience in GRC, risk management, or security assurance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. - Strong knowledge of cloud security (AWS/GCP/Azure) and AI/ML risk frameworks. - Proven ability to lead audits and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. - Experience with automation tools for GRC workflows (ServiceNow, Drata, OneTrust, or equivalent). - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders. - Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in mentoring and developing audit team members. - Strong Data Security Governance experience. About S&P Global: S&P Global is committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Benefits at S&P Global: S&P Global provides a range of benefits including health & wellness programs, flexible downtime policies, continuous learning opportunities, family-friendly perks, and more. We believe in taking care of our people so they can excel in their careers. Join us at S&P Global and be a part of a team that is dedicated to providing Essential Intelligence and making a positive impact on the world we live in.,