Job Summary
SO for M Level
Responsibilities
JD
Lead Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) initiatives across Data Privacy Data Protection and Information Security domains.
Develop and maintain Risk & Control Matrices (RCMs) compliance monitoring rules KRIs and risk scoring methodologies.
Perform evidence-based compliance testing control assessments and policy compliance assurance activities.
Drive implementation and compliance with ISO 27701 ISO 27001 ISO 37301 PDPL and related regulatory requirements.
Integrate data privacy and compliance risks into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.
Support data risk assessments monitoring reporting remediation tracking and audit readiness activities.
Required Skills
GRC Data Compliance Risk Management
Data Privacy & Data Protection
ISO 27701 ISO 27001 ISO 37301
Policy & RCM Development
Evidence-Based Testing & Compliance Assurance
KRIs Risk Scoring Risk Monitoring
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Regulatory Compliance & Audit Management
Certifications Required
ISO 27701 Lead Implementer/Auditor
ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor
CRISC CGRC CISA CISSP
CIPP CIPM or equivalent Privacy Certifications
Things to know before you apply
- Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
- AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
- Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
- Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
- Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
