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The Cyber Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team is looking for a Principal Security Analyst to be a key member of a critical security program responsible for security risk and compliance activities across the entire enterprise. The role will require working with various company stakeholders to build and mature the processes of preparing for how Blackbaud identifies, documents, and assesses risk across the organization and determine the strength of our control framework and implementation.
Champion the security risk quantification program and process to enable informed decision making across the organization.
Articulate security risk through the development of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and report to multiple stakeholder groups, including the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Board of Directors.
Develop, assess, and implement cybersecurity controls and procedures required to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Blackbaud data.
Lead and coordinate internal and external security, compliance, and regulatory assessments, including customer audits, independent attestations, certification audits, and third party reviews. Serve as the primary liaison with assessors and stakeholders to ensure successful completion of assessment activities and remediation efforts.
Act as a key stakeholder in corporate governance forums and committees by serving as an active advocate for cybersecurity practices, risk management, and policy compliance.
Partner with control owners to continuously monitor control implementations, assess effectiveness, and track noncompliance issues through resolution.
Enhance change management processes to socialize, communicate, and educate stakeholders on policy, standard, and procedure updates.
Identify opportunities to strengthen and mature the organization's governance, risk, and compliance programs through continuous improvement initiatives and industry best practices.
What we'll want you to have:
8+ year’s experience in Information Technology and/or Security
3+ year's experience in leading audit/ assessment projects
3+ year’s experience in risk management frameworks (i.e., NIST CSF)
2+ year’s experience in quantitative risk management frameworks (FAIR, OCTAVE, etc.)
Experience in corporate GRC solutions (Archer, ServiceNow, etc.)
Experience in financial services, or other highly regulated industries (i.e. SOX, SOC, PCI DSS)
Experience working in an agile team
Demonstrated understanding of cyber risks and implementing mitigation plans
Possesses effective communication and presentation skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities and high stress situation
Industry Certifications like: CISSP, CRISC, CISM/CISA, AWS certification(s), Azure certification(s)
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Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
The starting base pay is $101,900.00 to $132,800.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, Company finances, and other operational considerations.Benefits Include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-flexible workforce
Wellness Programs
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Donations for Doers
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program
