Cloud Governance Manager
Listed on 2025-12-14
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IT/Tech
Information Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, IT Consultant
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Recruitment Consultant @ Franklin Fitch |Specializing in Cyber, Risk & Information Security talent for organizations across MA & NYUS Citizens or Green Card Holders Only!
Manager, Cloud Governance – International Law Firm ($123,000–$159,500)An international law firm with a global presence is seeking a Manager, Cloud Governance to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the firm’s cloud and data governance practices. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that data across the organization remains secure, properly managed, and aligned with regulatory and business needs.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance framework, including policies, standards, and lifecycle management practices.
- Design and implement technical controls to support data retention, classification, and protection policies using tools such as Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention solutions, Varonis, and other governance technologies.
- Review and assess data security and privacy controls to ensure protection against unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Provide training and guidance to employees on data governance best practices.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data access, sharing, and protection requirements and ensure secure, compliant solutions.
- Partner with the Information Governance team to support firm-wide directives and legal requirements.
- Develop reporting and alerting capabilities that enhance visibility and monitoring of data governance processes.
- Offer thought leadership on data governance for cloud platforms, including the firm’s O365 environment.
- Work with Security Architecture to develop secure design patterns that incorporate strong data governance practices.
- Support the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team by contributing to risk assessments, ensuring proper documentation, and helping craft mitigation plans.
- Strong project management skills with an understanding of technology and operational risk.
- Ability to build strong, cross-functional working relationships.
- Solid technical understanding of cloud platforms, security technologies, and data governance concepts.
- Advanced knowledge of information security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, CSF) and emerging cybersecurity trends.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a willingness to challenge assumptions.
- Understanding of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) processes and technologies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in information technology, information security, or risk management.
- Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, GSEC, CISSP, or CRISC preferred.
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Purview and other data governance platforms.
- Strong understanding of risk management and information security methodologies.
- Experience working within or supporting legal or professional services environments is a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
This role offers a competitive salary range of $123,000–$159,500
, depending on experience, education, certifications, and other relevant factors. The firm also provides a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, disability, and long‑term care coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- 401(k) plan with profit sharing
- Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave and family support programs
- Wellness and mental health programs
- Transportation and commuter benefits
- International travel insurance and additional voluntary benefits
- Mid‑Senior level
- Full-time
- Management and Information Technology
- Staffing and Recruiting
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