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About the Role

The Market Intelligence Cyber Governance and Compliance team acts as a strategic link between security needs and business goals, promoting strong security while supporting commercial success. We operate at the intersection of technology, legal, and sales, translating regulatory changes into actionable guidance for external products and services. Our team values analytical thinking, teamwork, and sound risk-based decision-making to protect the organization and its clients.

Responsibilities

Lead contract negotiations for security and compliance terms in client agreements, acting as the primary technical advisor to Sales and Legal teams while maintaining strategic customer relationships.
Evaluate proposed security commitments using risk-based decision-making, assessing acceptability through analysis of compensating controls and potential roadmap investments, and clearly communicating the rationale to all stakeholders.
Partner with Legal as the technical subject matter expert to ensure the organization can meet negotiated security commitments, providing potential contractual language.
Analyze and interpret complex regulatory requirements, assess scope and organizational compliance capabilities, and develop comprehensive guidance for development and technical teams.
Identify and address systemic gaps between client security demands and organizational capabilities through cross-functional partnerships and strategic roadmap advocacy.
Establish and maintain a knowledge repository of pre-approved security positions, standardized language, and control framework mappings to ensure consistency and efficiency.

Requirements

12+ years of progressive experience in security governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC), security assurance, artificial intelligence, or third-party risk management, with expertise in regulatory interpretation and security contract negotiation.
Working knowledge of financial services and enterprise regulatory environments, including GDPR, DORA, NIS2, EU AI Act, and related compliance regimes.
Proven track record of making independent, defensible risk decisions in high-pressure deal environments with measurable business impact.
Proven experience developing and implementing scalable processes, playbooks, and frameworks for security assurance functions in enterprise environments.
Comprehensive technical knowledge of infrastructure and application controls, modern cloud security controls (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift), identity and access management, encryption protocols, and security monitoring solutions.
Expert-level proficiency in major compliance frameworks including COBIT, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, and ISO 42001, with proven ability to map contractual requirements to specific security controls.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage with legal counsel, negotiate complex terms, and present technical concepts to executive leadership.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CIPP, or CRISC.
Hands-on experience with contract management platforms, security questionnaire automation tools (e.g., OneTrust, MetricStream), and GRC technology solutions.
Limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Skills

Security Governance
Risk Management
Compliance (GRC)
Security Assurance
Artificial Intelligence
Third-Party Risk Management
Regulatory Interpretation
Security Contract Negotiation
GDPR
DORA
NIS2
EU AI Act
Cloud Security Controls
AWS
Azure
GCP
Docker
Kubernetes
OpenShift
Identity and Access Management
Encryption Protocols
Security Monitoring Solutions
COBIT
SOC 2
ISO 27001
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
NIST 800-53
ISO 42001
Contract Management Platforms
Security Questionnaire Automation Tools
GRC Technology Solutions

Experience Level

12+ years of total progressive experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Salary/Compensations

$150,000 to $205,000

Benefits

Eligible for an annual incentive plan.
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off.
Continuous Learning: Access resources to grow your career and learn new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Competitive pay, retirement planning, continuing education program with company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: Benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts and referral incentive awards.

About the Company

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership.
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Equal Opportunity

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.
Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.