*GRC Analyst Lead bei University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

OU Information Technology is searching for a Lead GRC Analyst who will be responsible for ensuring the organization's information systems and processes align with established cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory standards. This role conducts in-depth security consultations and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.

Why OU?

In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary, you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes:

• 14 holidays each year and 18 – 22 hours of earned PTO per month.
• Insurance plans for you and your family.
• Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee.
• And much more! For a list of OU’s benefits, click here!
   

Duties:

• Develop and maintain IT security policies, strategies, and governance documentation, including required TEA content, to ensure organizational compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Analyze data from multiple sources to provide actionable insights on cybersecurity and privacy risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate technology programs and components for compliance with published security and privacy standards; recommend and oversee corrective actions.
• Anticipate and respond to changes in cybersecurity policy, regulations, technology, and staffing requirements to maintain organizational readiness.
• Lead and coordinate defined security programs, ensuring overall success, alignment with organizational priorities, and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Provide guidance, direction, and mentorship to security analysts at all levels, ensuring consistent application of policies, procedures, and best practices across the team.

• Performs other duties as assigned

  **The position will be located on the OKC campus with a hybrid work model option for experienced candidates.**

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, AND:

• 7 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), cybersecurity, information assurance or related field

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Skills:

• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to teach and guide others.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements
• Understanding of network and system architecture, including common security configurations and vulnerabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying security risks and evaluating mitigation strategies
• Skilled in using risk assessment and compliance tools, vulnerability scanners, and GRC platforms.
• Ability to effectively interpret and apply security policies, procedures, and technical standards
• Ability to assess technical environments for compliance with security and privacy requirements
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies, threats, and regulatory landscapes
• Ability to lead and train junior level staff

Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

• Requires extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using a phone.
• Requires sound judgment under pressure and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
• Office Work Environment.
• Occasional evenings, weekend, or on-call availability during critical incidents or high-severity events

Supervision: Yes

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