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Rakuten - Information Security GRC Manager

Rakuten
7 - 10 Years
Bangalore

Posted on: 30/10/2026

Job Description

Department : Security Governance and Management Department.

Job Overview :

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Information Security GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) Manager to lead and mature our enterprise-wide GRC program across information security, data privacy, and telecommunications regulatory compliance.

This role owns the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the GRC function - managing a team of specialists, driving risk-informed decision-making, and serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the CISO.

Responsibilities :

GRC Program Leadership :

- Own and drive the organization's GRC strategy, roadmap, and operating model.

- Build, lead, and mentor a team of GRC specialists.

- Report program health, risk posture, and compliance status to the CISO and senior leadership.

- Define and track GRC program KPIs and OKRs.

Policy & Standards Governance :

- Oversee the lifecycle management of the organization's information security, privacy, and telecom compliance policy framework.

- Ensure policies are aligned with regulatory requirements and industry frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST CSF).

Risk Management :

- Lead the enterprise information security risk management program.

- Provide risk-based guidance to business and technology stakeholders.

- Develop and maintain risk appetite and tolerance statements.

- Oversee third-party and vendor risk management processes.

Compliance & Audit Management :

- Manage compliance posture across ISO 27001, GDPR, and telecom-specific regulations.

- Direct and coordinate internal and external audit activities.

- Oversee remediation tracking for audit findings.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Law, Business Administration, or related field.

- 7-10 years of progressive experience in information security or GRC.

- 3-5 years in a people management or team leadership role.

- Expertise in ISO 27001, GDPR, and NIST CSF.

- Telecom domain knowledge is highly desirable.

Certifications (preferred) :

- CISM, CISSP, CISA, CIPP, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.

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