Compliance Manager, IT​/Tech

Compliance Manager – Cybersecurity / NIST CSF Lead

Location:

Aliso Viejo, CA - Onsite Duration: 6-Month Contract (Possible Extension) Pay Range: $80/hr – $86/hr on W2

Job Summary:

Seeking an experienced Compliance Manager/Cybersecurity professional to lead the organization's NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) maturity program. This role will be responsible for assessing the current cybersecurity environment, identifying gaps, building improvement roadmaps, and implementing governance processes to strengthen the organization's overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead NIST CSF assessments and maturity improvement initiatives.
• Develop cybersecurity roadmaps, policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Identify compliance gaps, document risks, and drive remediation efforts.
• Manage program plans, track milestones, and provide executive status reporting.
• Maintain risk registers and support risk assessment activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory groups.
• Guide and mentor junior GRC resources while ensuring quality deliverables.
• Create sustainable processes and documentation for long-term operational use.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), or related fields.
• Strong experience with NIST CSF and related frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or CMMC.
• Strong project management and stakeholder management experience.
• Ability to work independently and build processes from the ground up.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in regulated industries.
• Familiarity with GRC tools such as Service Now GRC, Archer, Drata, or Vanta.
• Relevant certifications including CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CGRC preferred.