Senior Level Governance Risk And Compliance Jobs
Senior level governance risk and compliance jobs put experienced professionals in charge of enterprise risk frameworks, compliance program ownership, and the cross-functional teams that carry out audit, policy, and regulatory work. Roles cover on-site, hybrid, and remote settings across Technology & Software, Food & Beverage, and Media & Entertainment, with employers like Ivalua, Cargill, and Burlington Stores hiring at this level now.
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LOCATION: US – Atlanta
US – Austin
US – Denver
TYPE: Full time
WORK SHIFT: Hybrid
POSTED: June 24, 2026
ID: JR0130898
Overview
At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.
Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.
Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.
Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.
We are seeking a seasoned Vice President of Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance to lead the strategy, execution, and continuous maturation of our cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance program. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, this leader will oversee the frameworks, processes, and teams responsible for cyber risk governance, regulatory readiness, policy management, control assurance, and third-party cyber risk oversight.
This executive will serve as a key strategic partner to the CISO and senior leadership team, translating complex cyber and technology risks into actionable business insights while ensuring the organization maintains a strong control environment appropriate for a highly regulated financial services institution.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience building and scaling cyber GRC programs within complex, regulated environments and has demonstrated success leading teams through program transformation and maturity uplift.
Role Responsibilities:
Lead the cyber GRC function and define strategic roadmap, operating model, and maturity targets.
Maintain governance structures supporting cyber risk decision-making, escalation, and executive oversight.
Drive cyber risk appetite, exception management, and risk acceptance processes.
Oversee cyber and technology risk assessment methodologies and execution.
Develop and maintain executive and Board-level cyber risk reporting and metrics.
Lead preparation and coordination for regulatory exams, internal/external audits, and customer assessments related to cybersecurity.
Oversee control framework management, evidence programs, and issue remediation governance.
Own lifecycle management of security policies, standards, and governance documentation.
Oversee cyber due diligence and ongoing risk monitoring for third-party vendors, partners, and strategic providers.
Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing GRC team.
Role Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, audit, compliance, or governance roles.
7+ years of people leadership experience with increasing organizational scope.
Proven experience building, transforming, or materially uplifting cyber GRC programs in financial services or similarly regulated industries.
Deep knowledge of cybersecurity governance, financial services regulatory expectations, security/control frameworks, audit/regulatory exams, and third-party cyber risk programs.
Possesses at least one of the following professional credentials (or other industry-related credential): CISSP, CRISC, CISM or CISA
What Success Looks Like:
Assess and baseline current cyber GRC maturity.
Deliver a prioritized GRC uplift roadmap.
Improve executive and Board cyber risk transparency.
Strengthen regulatory and audit readiness.
Mature policy, exception, and issue management processes.
Enhance first-line ownership of cyber and technology risk.
Work Shift
HYBRID
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life
insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:
Parental Leave
Family First Programs
Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
Tuition Repayment Assistance Program
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary
The base salary range is $240,000 – $260,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus a variable target incentive that aligns with individual and company performance.
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
#LI-AM3
#LI-Hybrid
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
07-10-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
LOCATION: US – Atlanta
US – Austin
US – Denver
TYPE: Full time
WORK SHIFT: Hybrid
POSTED: June 24, 2026
ID: JR0130898
Overview
At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.
Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.
Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.
Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.
We are seeking a seasoned Vice President of Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance to lead the strategy, execution, and continuous maturation of our cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance program. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, this leader will oversee the frameworks, processes, and teams responsible for cyber risk governance, regulatory readiness, policy management, control assurance, and third-party cyber risk oversight.
This executive will serve as a key strategic partner to the CISO and senior leadership team, translating complex cyber and technology risks into actionable business insights while ensuring the organization maintains a strong control environment appropriate for a highly regulated financial services institution.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience building and scaling cyber GRC programs within complex, regulated environments and has demonstrated success leading teams through program transformation and maturity uplift.
Role Responsibilities:
Lead the cyber GRC function and define strategic roadmap, operating model, and maturity targets.
Maintain governance structures supporting cyber risk decision-making, escalation, and executive oversight.
Drive cyber risk appetite, exception management, and risk acceptance processes.
Oversee cyber and technology risk assessment methodologies and execution.
Develop and maintain executive and Board-level cyber risk reporting and metrics.
Lead preparation and coordination for regulatory exams, internal/external audits, and customer assessments related to cybersecurity.
Oversee control framework management, evidence programs, and issue remediation governance.
Own lifecycle management of security policies, standards, and governance documentation.
Oversee cyber due diligence and ongoing risk monitoring for third-party vendors, partners, and strategic providers.
Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing GRC team.
Role Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, audit, compliance, or governance roles.
7+ years of people leadership experience with increasing organizational scope.
Proven experience building, transforming, or materially uplifting cyber GRC programs in financial services or similarly regulated industries.
Deep knowledge of cybersecurity governance, financial services regulatory expectations, security/control frameworks, audit/regulatory exams, and third-party cyber risk programs.
Possesses at least one of the following professional credentials (or other industry-related credential): CISSP, CRISC, CISM or CISA
What Success Looks Like:
Assess and baseline current cyber GRC maturity.
Deliver a prioritized GRC uplift roadmap.
Improve executive and Board cyber risk transparency.
Strengthen regulatory and audit readiness.
Mature policy, exception, and issue management processes.
Enhance first-line ownership of cyber and technology risk.
Work Shift
HYBRID
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life
insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:
Parental Leave
Family First Programs
Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
Tuition Repayment Assistance Program
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary
The base salary range is $240,000 – $260,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus a variable target incentive that aligns with individual and company performance.
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
#LI-AM3
#LI-Hybrid
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
07-10-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
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Senior Level Governance Risk And Compliance Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level governance risk and compliance job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned compliance programs end to end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating experience leading risk assessments, advising executives, and building or overhauling internal controls gives you a clear edge. Credentials like CRCM, CISA, or CISSP, paired with a record of cross-functional leadership and regulatory engagement, signal the depth these roles require.
Which companies hire senior level governance risk and compliances?
Companies hiring senior level governance risk and compliances right now include Ivalua, Cargill, and Burlington Stores, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in large enterprises, financial institutions, regulated industry players, and consulting firms that embed senior GRC talent across client engagements.
Are there remote senior level governance risk and compliance jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and sector. About 54% of senior level governance risk and compliance openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how much of this work centers on policy, analysis, and advisory rather than physical oversight. Regulated industries like banking and healthcare often require some on-site presence for audit and exam management work.
What makes a governance risk and compliance role senior level?
Senior level governance risk and compliance roles are defined by program ownership rather than task execution. You are setting risk tolerance frameworks, advising executive leadership and boards, managing regulatory relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The scope is organization-wide, the decisions carry material consequences, and the expectation is that you operate with minimal direction while translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable internal policy.
Which industries hire the most senior level governance risk and compliances?
Senior Level governance risk and compliance roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Food & Beverage, and Media & Entertainment, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors share a common driver: dense regulatory environments, significant audit obligations, and executive pressure to demonstrate that risk and compliance functions are led by experienced professionals who understand the stakes.