Job Description
A Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professional needs a diverse skill set to effectively manage an organization's governance, risk management, and compliance activities.
Key skills include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and industry standards. Additionally, proficiency in GRC tools and technologies is essential.
Specific Skills & Knowledge Areas
Risk Management : Understanding the risk management lifecycle, conducting risk assessments, and developing mitigation strategies.
Compliance : Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, GDPR, ISO 27001) and the ability to ensure organizational alignment with these standards.
Governance : Ability to establish and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey GRC concepts and findings to stakeholders.
Analytical Skills : Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop solutions to address identified risks and compliance gaps.
Technical Skills : Familiarity with GRC tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Archer) and an understanding of information security principles.
IT Proficiency : Understanding of IT security principles and standard processes.
Interpersonal Skills : Ability to collaborate effectively with different teams and stakeholders.
Problem-Solving : Strong ability to identify and resolve GRC-related issues.
Project Management : Ability to manage projects related to GRC initiatives.
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