IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst 1

Position Title:

IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst 1

Employment Type:

Full-time, Existing vacancy

Location:

Ottawa (On-Site)

At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world’s fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers, telecom, and advanced manufacturing. We’re a global team of innovators working where light meets technology, solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you, you’ll fit right in.

At Lumentum, we are searching for Canada’s brightest young minds engineers and innovators who want to build the next generation of optical technology. If you are driven by curiosity, eager to solve real-world challenges, and excited about developing groundbreaking optical systems, this is your opportunity. Join us in designing the future of optical cloud & networking technology our advanced photonic modules power the world’s voice and internet traffic, and we need your expertise to take them to the next level.

This is not just another job; this is your chance to define & design what’s next in photonics.

The IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst I supports the organization’s information security governance, risk management, compliance, audit, and third‑party risk management (TPRM) programs. This role assists in maintaining security policies, conducting risk assessments, supporting internal and external audits, evaluating third‑party security risks, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory and industry frameworks. This role works closely with IT, Security, Legal, Procurement, Privacy, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to ensure that information systems, processes, and controls align with organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail‑oriented professional with strong analytical and organizational skills and a strong understanding of cybersecurity, governance, risk management, and compliance principles. They communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, demonstrate a collaborative mindset, and are committed to continuous learning and professional growth in cybersecurity governance and risk management.

• Governance & Policy Management Assist with maintaining information security policies, standards, and procedures. Help keep governance documentation and policy records up to date. Support governance initiatives and promote security best practices. Track policy exceptions and follow up on remediation activities.
• Risk Management Assist with IT and cybersecurity risk assessments. Help identify, document, and track security risks and remediation efforts. Maintain the IT risk register and support periodic risk reporting. Work with stakeholders to monitor risk mitigation activities.
• Compliance & Regulatory Support Support compliance activities for frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SOC 2, GDPR, and CMMC. Assist with compliance assessments, evidence collection, and documentation. Help track remediation activities to address compliance findings. Support internal and external compliance reviews and audits.
• Third‑Party Risk Management Assist with vendor security assessments during onboarding and periodic reviews. Review vendor security documentation, including questionnaires and audit reports. Track vendor risk findings and remediation activities. Maintain third‑party risk records on the GRC platform.
• Audit Support Coordinate audit evidence requests and documentation. Track audit findings and remediation activities. Help maintain audit readiness across teams. Support customer security assessments and certification audits.
• Program Improvement Support Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives across IT and Security. Help monitor compliance metrics, risks, and remediation progress. Assist with identifying process improvements and updating documentation. Perform other duties in support of the Information Security team.