GRC Subject Matter Expert

As a GRC Subject Matter Expert at Thoropass, you will play a critical role in shaping our compliance offerings and framework roadmap. Your responsibilities include driving the implementation of new information security framework offerings, collaborating closely with our technology team to refine our AI-powered compliance platform, and enhancing customer experiences. You'll also be expected to provide expert guidance on various compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO standards, continually looking for opportunities for innovation and improvement.

To be a successful GRC Subject Matter Expert at Thoropass, you should have substantial experience with information security and privacy frameworks including SOC 2, ISO series, GDPR, and others. Critical skills include problem-solving, a keen attention to detail, and a curiosity that drives you to question the status quo. A collaborative spirit, along with the ability to work independently, is essential to thrive in our fast-paced environment.

At Thoropass, technology is at the heart of our operations, especially in the GRC role. You'll work closely with our tech team to implement and enhance our AI-powered compliance platform. This platform addresses real-world challenges, scales with our growth, and ultimately simplifies the compliance process for our clients. Your input will ensure that our offerings are not just innovative but highly effective in helping companies maintain compliance.

Collaboration is key at Thoropass, especially for the GRC Subject Matter Expert role. You’ll engage with sales, product development, and our internal information security teams to drive innovation and enhance services. Your ability to interface cross-functionally will be vital in making informed decisions on product offerings and improving the overall customer experience.

At Thoropass, you'll join a team that values open collaboration and shared success without ego. We foster an environment where every team member is encouraged to lend support in areas of weakness, allowing us all to grow together. It’s a culture that highlights innovation, problem-solving, and a genuine commitment to making compliance an easier experience for all our clients.

In your response, highlight specific projects you've been involved in related to SOC 2 compliance, such as audits, implementation of controls, or how you helped a team prepare for a SOC 2 audit. Focus on your role and the skills you utilized, showing your deep understanding of SOC 2 requirements.

Discuss specific resources such as industry conferences, journals, or forums that you follow to keep your knowledge current. Explain any professional development courses or certifications you are pursuing that relate to compliance frameworks.

Start by outlining the challenge's context, then discuss the steps you took to overcome it. Emphasize your problem-solving skills and how your actions led to a successful outcome, demonstrating your ability to navigate complex scenarios.

Provide examples of past experiences where you worked effectively with cross-functional teams. Highlight your communication skills, your ability to listen and incorporate feedback, and how you ensure everyone is aligned on goals.

Talk about specific methodologies you've employed, such as Lean or Six Sigma, and discuss a successful implementation. Describe how you identified inefficiencies and implemented solutions that benefited the overall compliance process.

Explain your time management techniques, such as prioritizing tasks or utilizing project management tools. Share a concrete example of when you successfully met a deadline under pressure and the strategies that helped you.

Discuss how you've leveraged compliance tools, platforms, or automated systems in past roles to enhance efficiency and accuracy in compliance processes. Provide examples of technology innovations that you’ve seen impact the industry.

Highlight specific actions you've taken to ensure GDPR compliance in previous positions. Discuss key principles of GDPR, such as data protection and user rights, and how you implemented practices to align your organization with these regulations.

Share your approaches to prioritization, such as assessing project impact and urgency. Explain how you juggle responsibilities and maintain clear communication with stakeholders to ensure all projects are moving forward effectively.

Offer your thoughts on trends such as the increasing importance of AI and automation in compliance, and how organizations can adapt to new regulatory requirements. Discuss how you foresee your role evolving along with these trends.