
IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst
Western DigitalRole Overview
Western Digital is hiring a senior-level IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst. This is a full-time role in IN. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Role Overview:
As an IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst at Western Digital, you will play a critical role in advancing the company's information security Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) program. You will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and implementing enterprise-wide information security risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives. Your expertise will contribute to managing and assessing information security risks, developing risk management strategies, and providing insightful reports and metrics. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be essential to enhance the information security posture and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in implementing enterprise-wide risk management frameworks aligned with industry standards such as ISO27001, NIST, etc.
- Conduct technical and business process risk assessment activities to identify, evaluate, and prioritize information security risks across the organization.
- Perform risk assessments on third-party vendors providing hardware, software, and technology-based services.
- Define enterprise IT business continuity and disaster recovery plans, including business impact and criticality analysis, and periodic testing of the plans.
- Develop and implement effective risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate security audits and assessments.
- Generate reports and metrics to communicate the status of information security risks to stakeholders and leadership.
- Analyze security data to identify trends, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices for information security and risk management.
- Provide expert guidance and support in developing and maintaining information security policies, standards, and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience.
- 6 years of experience in information security, including risk management, risk assessments, reporting, and metrics analysis, with hands-on experience in security engineering, network security, identity and access management, security operations, or software development security.
- 3 years of experience in technical roles or similar technical proficiency are highly desirable.
- Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies, tools, and techniques. Role Overview:
As an IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst at Western Digital, you will play a critical role in advancing the company's information security Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) program. You will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and implementing enterprise-wide information security risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives. Your expertise will contribute to managing and assessing information security risks, developing risk management strategies, and providing insightful reports and metrics. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be essential to enhance the information security posture and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in implementing enterprise-wide risk management frameworks aligned with industry standards such as ISO27001, NIST, etc.
- Conduct technical and business process risk assessment activities to identify, evaluate, and prioritize information security risks across the organization.
- Perform risk assessments on third-party vendors providing hardware, software, and technology-based services.
- Define enterprise IT business continuity and disaster recovery plans, including business impact and criticality analysis, and periodic testing of the plans.
- Develop and implement effective risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate security audits and assessments.
- Generate reports and metrics to communicate the status of information security risks to stakeholders and leadership.
- Analyze security data to identify trends, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices for information security and risk management.
- Provide expert guidance and support in developing and maintaining information security policies, standards, and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience.
- 6 years of experience in information security, including risk management, risk assessments, repor
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst position at Western Digital?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Western Digital. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst position at Western Digital located?
This position is based in IN. Western Digital has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst at Western Digital earn?
Western Digital has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst role at Western Digital posted?
This role was posted on April 8, 2026 (75 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the IT Governance Risk and Compliance Security Analyst role at Western Digital require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Western Digital lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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