Valent BioSciences · 4 hours ago
Associate Director, IT Compliance, Security & Risk Management
Libertyville, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expValent BioSciences, a leader in the research and development of biorational products for agriculture, public health, and forest health markets, is seeking an Associate Director for IT Compliance, Security & Risk Management. This role is responsible for ensuring a strong IT control environment and robust cybersecurity operations while leading IT compliance programs and risk management activities across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of SBC’s IT Internal Control Framework aligned with J-SOX, SOX, and other applicable regulations
Manage all phases of the J-SOX IT audit, working closely with Internal Audit, external auditors, and control owners
Implement and operate GRC tools to track control lifecycle, manage evidence, automate workflows, and generate reports
Establish and monitor IT governance policies covering system access, change management, segregation of duties, and configuration controls
Drive control self-assessments, issue remediation, and stakeholder accountability across IT and business teams
Prepare and deliver executive-level updates on compliance status, audit risks, and remediation progress to ELT and Board-level forums
Oversee day-to-day cybersecurity operations and threat management activities
Implement cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and ensure ongoing compliance with data protection regulations
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to secure systems, networks, and enterprise applications
Oversee cybersecurity awareness training, phishing simulation programs, and vulnerability remediation efforts
Lead incident response planning, testing, and execution in coordination with global cybersecurity teams
Establish and monitor key security metrics, perform risk assessments, and drive continuous security operations improvement initiatives
Own the enterprise IT risk management framework, including periodic risk assessments, risk register management, and mitigation planning
Guide risk-informed decisions across new system implementations, SaaS onboarding, vendor engagements, and major IT projects
Collaborate with legal, procurement, and business functions to integrate IT risk considerations into contracts, licensing, and regulatory reviews
Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to implement effective mitigation strategies
Support regional and global IT risk and compliance alignment initiatives
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Qualification
Required
Deep understanding of internal control frameworks (SOX, J-SOX, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001)
Working knowledge of cybersecurity tools, risk methodologies, and IT governance practices
Proficient in designing and operationalizing IT controls across infrastructure, applications, and cloud platforms
Experience leading cyber risk assessments, third-party/vendor risk programs, and audit readiness initiatives
Familiarity with IT asset management, vendor risk management, and contract compliance
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all levels of the organization
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving mindset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including executive briefings
High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in IT compliance, audit, cybersecurity, or IT risk management, preferably in regulated, global environments
Prior experience managing IT control programs and leading audits (J-SOX/SOX)
Experience with GRC platforms and enterprise technologies (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, cloud environments)
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA preferred
Relevant certifications strongly preferred: CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent
Benefits
High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans
5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus
Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions
Financial assistance programs to support your goals
Life and disability insurance for added security
Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days
Flexible work arrangements available
Company
Valent BioSciences
Valent BioSciences LLC is a worldwide leader in the research, development and commercialization of biorational products for the agricultural, public health and forest health markets.
201-500 employees
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