Marqeta · 18 hours ago
Director, Governance, Risk & Compliance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$176K/yr - $220K/yr
6+ years expMarqeta is a company focused on cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance. The Director of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance will lead the strategic development and operational execution of cybersecurity frameworks, manage risk assessment programs, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Credit CardsCryptocurrencyDebit CardsFinTechPayments
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and control frameworks aligned with industry regulations and business objectives
Establish and operate cybersecurity governance models, steering committees, and approval processes
Maintain unified control inventory and oversee validation activities with internal and external assessors
Design and execute comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessment frameworks and methodologies
Manage risk treatment plans, remediation tracking, and escalation processes in alignment with enterprise risk management
Provide risk advisory services and integrate findings into strategic cybersecurity planning
Lead compliance readiness assessments and coordinate audit activities across multiple frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.)
Manage audit findings remediation and maintain compliance reporting for internal and external stakeholders
Support legal and contract negotiations regarding cybersecurity requirements
Oversee third-party cybersecurity risk assessments and vendor management processes
Lead customer due diligence, security questionnaire responses, and Trust Center operations
Support sales enablement through security documentation and customer audit facilitation
Qualification
Required
Proven experience (6+ years) in a security leadership role with deep expertise in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance
Proven experience with regulatory frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, SOX)
Experience in financial services, fintech, or highly regulated industries
Demonstrated success in audit management and customer-facing security assessments
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences
Experience with GRC tools (OneTrust, ServiceNow, or similar platforms)
Strong business acumen and ability to align security initiatives with business objectives
Track record of cultivating relationships across teams, influencing decision making, and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Proven ability to develop structure, advance execution, and measure performance within various and complex projects, teams, and environment
Proactive and strategic mindset, with the ability to anticipate business needs of the cybersecurity organization and stakeholders
A strong bias toward action and ability to operate proactively and effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
High ethical standards and a commitment to promoting a strong security culture
One or more industry certifications: CISM, CRISC, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
Experience with cloud security frameworks and third-party risk management
Knowledge of M&A cybersecurity due diligence processes
Experience in customer trust and sales enablement functions
Benefits
Multiple health insurance options
Flexible time off – take what you need
Retirement savings program with company contribution and after tax contributions
Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program
Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
Free therapy sessions, financial and professional coaching, and legal advice
Monthly stipend to support our remote work model
Annual “development dollars” to support our people growth and development
Through Flex First, the freedom to live and work wherever you and your family thrive
Company
Marqeta
Marqeta is a card issuing platform that provides infrastructure and tools to help companies build and manage payment programs.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (57)
2024 (75)
2023 (44)
2022 (122)
2021 (70)
2020 (28)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$530.11MKey Investors
MastercardCoatueICONIQ Growth
2021-06-09Post Ipo Equity
2021-06-09IPO
2021-04-23Series Unknown· $2.11M
Leadership Team
Mike Milotich
Chief Executive Officer
Heather Gantt-Evans
Chief Information Security Officer, SVP of Cybersecurity
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