IT Compliance Manager

Overview

Coppell, TX

Job Description
IT Security Engineer II

Brinker International is an equal opportunity employer. We’re proud to provide a welcoming, respectful environment where everyone can thrive.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented IT Security Engineer II (IT Compliance Manager) to join our growing Information Security Team. The ideal candidate will help ensure the organization’s information technology systems, processes, and policies comply with internal standards, industry regulations, and applicable laws. This role oversees IT governance activities, manages compliance assessments and audits, and drives continuous improvement in security and regulatory posture.

The IT Compliance Manager partners closely with Security, Legal, Audit, and IT Operations to implement effective controls and maintain a culture of compliance.

• Monitor, interpret, and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, PCI‑DSS, GDPR, CCPA, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Maintain and update IT compliance policies, standards, and control frameworks.
• Lead readiness efforts for regulatory reviews and external audits.

• Develop and maintain IT control objectives, control testing procedures, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments across IT systems, infrastructure, and vendors.
• Identify control gaps and partner with technology teams to design and track remediation plans.

• Coordinate internal and external audits, including evidence gathering, interviews, and walkthroughs.
• Prepare and maintain documentation such as control matrices, process flows, and audit responses.
• Ensure timely remediation of audit findings and verify completion.

• Draft, review, and enforce IT policies and procedures related to security, data protection, access control, and technology operations.
• Ensure IT processes adhere to established compliance and governance standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and align with industry best practices.

• Provide compliance training and guidance to IT and business teams.
• Promote best practices for data handling, access management, and risk reduction.
• Serve as the subject‑matter expert on IT compliance topics.

• Conduct due‑diligence reviews and risk assessments on technology vendors.
• Ensure third parties meet contractual security and compliance requirements.
• Support ongoing monitoring of vendor security posture.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Audit, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT compliance, IT audit, cybersecurity governance, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX ITGCs, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Experience managing audits and responding to regulatory requirements.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and analytical skills.

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.
• Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, Service Now GRC, One Trust, Metric Stream).
• Background in cloud compliance (Azure, AWS, or GCP).

• Strong attention to detail with a risk‑focused mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving and process‑improvement skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple high‑visibility priorities.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling sensitive information.

We offer competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with company match and generous dining discounts. Every team member working at the Restaurant Support Center (aka Brinker headquarters) is eligible for annual bonus potential. Our campus includes an onsite gym plus opportunities to increase your wellbeing with onsite Yoga and boot camp programs. Work/Life/Fun balance in a casual and collaborative work environment!

Team members enjoy company-wide events and celebrations. Regular volunteer…