Senior GRC Analyst - Information Security

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation , and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to serve as a strategic partner in building and maturing our GRC program. This role will initially focus on establishing robust GRC capabilities within our Information Security group, then expand the program across our broader enterprise operations, including aerospace engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and defense programs.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for a GRC professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment where aviation safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance intersect. You'll help shape the GRC and information security culture at BETA as we rapidly scale.

• Design, implement, and mature GRC frameworks aligned with industry standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CMMC)
• Coordinate internal and external audits, assessments, and certifications (SOC 2, ISO 27001, CMMC, etc.)
• Lead the buildout of Info Sec GRC capabilities including risk assessments, policy development, compliance management, and security control implementation
• Develop scalable GRC processes, templates, and tools that can be adapted enterprise-wide as the program expands
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across IT systems, operational technology (OT), and critical business processes
• Develop risk treatment plans and monitor remediation activities to closure
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable control requirements for technical and operational teams
• Monitor regulatory landscape for emerging compliance obligations relevant to electric aviation and defense contracting
• Support control testing and validation activities
• Conduct vendor security assessments/due diligence reviews and manage vendor compliance documentation and ongoing risk monitoring
• Work across departments including Info Sec, IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Legal, and Program Management to embed GRC practices
• Drive continuous improvement of GRC processes based on lessons learned and industry best practices

• 7+ years of hands-on GRC experience, with at least 5 years focused on information security risk and compliance
• Experience managing external audits and assessments (SOC 2, ISO certifications, CMMC assessments) and associated internal preparation
• Deep working knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, ISO 27001/27002, and risk management methodologies
• Direct experience with compliance frameworks applicable to defense contractors (NISPOM, DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CUI protection)
• Proven track record conducting enterprise risk assessments, threat modeling, and risk quantification
• Experience creating security policies, standards, procedures, and control documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate technical risk to business stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and build strong cross-functional relationships
• Proficiency with GRC platforms (Vanta, Upguard, etc.) and common collaboration tools (Slack, Jira, Confluence, etc.)

• One or more professional certifications, such as CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Experience working in the Defense and Aerospace industry
• Understanding of information technology and operational technology/industrial control systems security in…