Information Technologist IV/S
Michigan State University · East Lansing, Michigan, US
Position Summary The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager leads a team of information security professionals responsible for designing, implementin...
Job description
Position Summary The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager leads a team of information security professionals responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously maturing the university’s cybersecurity GRC program. This role serves as the institution’s subject matter expert on cybersecurity risk, advising leadership on risk posture, compliance obligations, and strategic investment decisions. The GRC Manager oversees governance processes, risk assessment activities, policy development, and third‑party/supply‑chain risk management. The position ensures that cybersecurity requirements are embedded across the technology and data lifecycle, coordinates internal and external audits, and drives follow‑up and improvement activities. The Manager also leads university‑wide cybersecurity awareness and role‑based training initiatives while building strong partnerships with IT units, faculty, researchers, and administrative stakeholders to advance a culture of shared responsibility for cybersecurity. Michigan State University (MSU) is ranked #30 among public universities and #63 overall in U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2025. Located in East Lansing, three mil...