Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager

DNSFilter

Washington, DC

$110,000 to $140,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

At DNSFilter we are making workplaces more secure through protective DNS and advanced content filtering—and we need your help! We've come a long way over the past few years. In 2021 we had a successful $30 million Series A funding round, in 2022 we became the fastest DNS security tool on the planet and acquired the privacy-focused VPN Guardian, and in 2023 we extended our Series A by $15M and added more global points of presence to our anycast network!

As we continue our product-fueled growth by adding new features and broadening our solution to meet the needs of the global market, it's clear there's a missing piece. That's where you come in!

We are seeking a GRC Manager to lead our data governance and compliance efforts to ensure the protection, privacy, and security of all customer and company data. This role will be critical in establishing and maintaining strong data governance practices and ensuring adherence to applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If you feel like this job is for you, please apply. We believe diversity of experience and skills, including transferable skills, combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence; therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions!

In this role, you will:

Develop, implement, and manage data governance policies, procedures, and guidelines
Oversee compliance with relevant regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection and privacy laws
Lead initiatives to assess and improve data quality and integrity
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain data governance frameworks and practices
Develop and deliver training programs on data governance and compliance
Ensure appropriate data classification and access controls are in place
Regularly monitor and report on data governance and compliance metrics
Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and trends in data governance and compliance
Manage relationships with external auditors and legal teams
Work closely with internal stakeholders, including legal, security, and IT teams

To qualify for this role, you have:

4+ years of experience in data governance, compliance, or a related field
Strong understanding of data protection and privacy regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA
Experience developing and implementing data governance policies, procedures, and guidelines
Proven track record of successfully managing data governance and compliance initiatives
Excellent knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices
Ongoing commitment to staying up-to-date with industry trends and changes in regulations
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience managing relationships with external auditors and legal teams
Prior experience in the SaaS industry is a plus
Previous remote work experience

Bonus points for:

IAPP certification
Experience with ISO 27001 and other relevant certifications
Knowledge of data protection laws and regulations globally
Familiarity with privacy-enhancing technologies and data anonymization techniques
Certifications in data governance, privacy, or compliance, in particular IAPP

U.S. hiring salary range

$110,000—$140,000 USD

We Offer:

A 100% work-from-home position with a company that values and fosters personal and professional growth
Pathway to promotion to additional organizational positions and responsibilities based upon results and performance - not just time in the chair. You help us grow, we will help you grow.
Passionate and intelligent colleagues who work hard and have a good time doing it
Rotating 4-Day work week
Paid company-wide week off at the end of each year
Flexible Vacation policy
Awesome company swag
Home office buildout allowance
Full medical, dental, and vision benefits for US and Canada based employees
Full short-term disability and life benefits; available long-term disability
401k with vested company matching for qualifying employees
In-person annual gatherings. Last time we all spent a week on a beach in Cancun!

DNSFilter is a pay for performance organization, which means there is the opportunity to advance your compensation with performance over time. The hiring base pay is dependent upon many factors such as level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and/or geographic location. As a fully remote company, our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. and global geographic markets. We pay differently based on those defined markets. Our Talent Team can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.