Governance, Risk & compliance; GRC Pre-Sales Architect

Governance, Risk & compliance (GRC) Pre-Sales Architect

Req : 351219

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Governance, Risk & compliance (GRC) Pre-Sales Architect to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Pre-Sales Architect - US Region

We are seeking an accomplished and dynamic Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Pre-Sales Architect to lead, represent, and drive the expansion of our GRC service portfolio across the US region. This is a critical leadership role that requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in risk management, regulatory compliance, and GRC service delivery, coupled with proven success in a pre‑sales or consultative client‑facing capacity.

The candidate is expected to leverage their hands‑on delivery experience and comprehensive knowledge of regulatory mandates to craft winning solutions, engage with C‑level executives, and guide clients through complex GRC transformations.

• Lead the GRC Service Portfolio:
  Act as the technical and strategic lead for the GRC service portfolio within the US region.
• Client Engagement & Representation:
  Represent the GRC services, value proposition and technical capabilities to prospective clients, acting as a trusted advisor to C‑suite and risk stakeholders.
• Pre‑Sales & Solution Design:
  Drive the pre‑sales process by defining, designing, and scoping complex GRC solutions tailored to client needs and regulatory mandates. This includes the implementation of industry-recognized governance frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, COSO, and ISO 27001.

• Risk Management & Control:
  Showcase demonstrable expertise in consulting, designing, and evaluating enterprise risk management, governance frameworks and operational controls.
• Regulatory & Compliance:
  • Cybersecurity and Information Security
  • Technology, Cloud and Data Privacy
  • AI/ML and Model Risk Management
  • Regulatory mandates including HIPAA, PCI‑DSS and Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX 404)
• Delivery
  
  Experience:
  
  Leverage hands‑on experience in delivering GRC services, leading compliance programs, risk assessments etc. to shape suitable customer solutions.

• Complex Stakeholder Alignment:
  Effectively manage and align expectations across customer business and leadership teams.
• Board Engagement:
  Present executive‑level risk reports and advisories to senior leadership and the Board.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Foster strategic partnerships with risk, compliance and GRC leaders, and NTT GRC Partners.

• Experience:
  
  15+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology, Security, Governance, Regulatory, Compliance and Risk Management
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• Pre‑Sales/Consulting:
  Proven experience in a pre‑sales, advisory or consulting role, driving GRC solution sales in the US market.
• Domain Expertise:
  Deep knowledge and hands‑on experience in:
  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and operational controls.
  • Compliance Management and Regulatory environment
  • Emerging technologies such as AI/ML, Data Governance, and Agentic AI/ML Risk.
  • Insider Risk Management and Data Protection
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• Certifications:
  
  Possess one or more major industry certifications such as CISSP, CISA or CRISC.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or business field.

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Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Other

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting