About Workstreet
At Workstreet, we’re on an exciting journey to help businesses scale securely by designing and implementing cutting-edge security and compliance programs. As a fast-growing startup, we specialize in a wide range of frameworks—including SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP—empowering companies to meet regulatory requirements and enhance their cybersecurity posture from day one.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Manager, GRC Engineering to join our cybersecurity team in EMEA. In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to our top-tier clients, helping them navigate their compliance journeys through strategic guidance, project oversight, and direct client engagement.
You'll lead kickoff calls, facilitate milestone reviews, and act as the bridge between our technical teams and client stakeholders. This is a strategic and client-facing role that requires a blend of technical acumen, communication skills, and project management capabilities.
What You’ll Do- Lead Kickoff Calls: Serve as the first point of contact for new clients. Set the tone for the engagement by addressing technical concerns, aligning goals, and outlining the compliance roadmap.
- Drive Compliance Progress: Guide clients through frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more. Support documentation efforts, provide best practices, and ensure timely progress.
- Facilitate Milestone Review Calls: Conduct regular reviews to assess compliance readiness, unblock issues, and align client teams with next steps.
- Advise on Best Practices: Deliver expert recommendations based on the latest regulatory trends and security standards. Help clients implement scalable and practical compliance strategies.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with the delivery team to ensure smooth handoffs and execution across engagements.
- Platform Support: Provide hands-on assistance within platforms like Vanta, guiding clients in using automation tools to streamline compliance.
- Stay Ahead of Trends: Monitor regulatory updates and industry best practices to continuously deliver value to clients and internal teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Experience managing or supporting compliance programs with at least three or more of the following: SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, NIST 800-171/53, or HiTRUST.
- Strong communication skills — able to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Confident working independently and taking ownership of projects.
- Ability to translate compliance requirements into business value and present solutions in a compelling way.
- Comfortable collaborating with sales and delivery teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Passionate about cybersecurity and committed to staying informed on new trends and regulations.
- Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CCSP
- Familiarity with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience working with audit firms or undergoing cybersecurity audits
- Hands-on experience with the big 3 cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- A strategic mindset and a consultative approach to client engagement
- Career Development: Clear path with mentorship and training opportunities
- Technical Training: Comprehensive onboarding on security and compliance frameworks
- Competitive Compensation: A competitive base salary with regular performance reviews linked to merit-based appraisals and bonus opportunities
- Growth Opportunity: Early-stage company with significant room for career advancement
- Remote-First Culture: Flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global team
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Quiet, professional home office setup
- Must be amenable to work EU Time zone hours
- Fluency in written and verbal English communication skills
As an equal opportunity employer, Workstreet is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Workstreet will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
