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Senior GRC Analyst

Gusto, Inc.
Location
San Francisco, CA - Hybrid
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Security
Salary
$183,000-205,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance within SaaS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Strong understanding of SaaS business models
  • Proven experience leading or supporting a SOC 2 Type 2 compliance initiative
  • Familiarity with compliance tools and platforms such as Optro, Vanta, Drata, Viso Trust, or similar
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
  • One or more relevant professional certifications: CISA, CRISC, or GRCP preferred
  • CGEIT, CRMA, or PMI-RMP are a bonus
What the job really is

As a Senior GRC Analyst at Gusto, you will manage security governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to SOC 2 and related frameworks. Your daily responsibilities will include developing and maintaining compliance documentation, managing trust management platforms, conducting internal risk assessments, and collaborating with various departments to implement scalable GRC processes. You will also lead interactions with external auditors and stay updated on compliance regulations.

Benefits
  • Competitive base pay
  • Benefits
  • Equity (RSUs)
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond hybrid expectations
  • Experience in HCM, payroll, or fintech sectors is preferred but not mandatory
  • The role emphasizes the use of AI tools, which may require adaptability
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