Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist

Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist

Support global IT and compliance objectives by managing cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance processes. This position ensures adherence to regulatory requirements (such as GxP, GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST) and oversees exceptions management and workflow automation to maintain a secure and compliant IT environment.

• Governance & Policy Management:
  Maintain and update cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and GxP requirements; ensure IT governance processes support business and regulatory objectives.
• Risk & Compliance:
  Conduct IT risk assessments and maintain risk registers; monitor compliance with data protection laws and internal security policies; prepare for and support internal/external audits (regulatory and customer).
• Exceptions Management:
  Manage policy exceptions lifecycle: request, approval, tracking, and expiration; assess risk impact of exceptions and ensure mitigation plans are in place.
• Workflow & Automation:
  Design and optimize workflows for compliance tasks (risk assessments, audits, incident handling); implement automation in GRC tools (e.g., Service Now, Archer) for exception handling and reporting.
• Metrics & Reporting:
  Track and report Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and compliance metrics; provide dashboards and reports to management for decision‑making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, IT, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in GRC or cybersecurity compliance, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Knowledge of frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, GxP.
• Familiarity with GRC platforms (Service Now, Archer) and workflow automation.
• Certifications (preferred): CISM, CISA, CISSP, ISO 27001 Implementer.
• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Security.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability and eligibility to work in Switzerland (hybrid set‑up).

Sounds interesting? Please apply by submitting your CV and relevant documents.

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