Senior Manager - Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a forward-thinking Senior Manager Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) to lead our global risk and compliance strategy at D-Wave. In this highly visible role you’ll partner across business legal and technology functions to ensure the integrity of our security and compliance posture while enabling innovation in quantum computing.

You’ll define the roadmap for how automation analytics and modern governance models simplify compliance and strengthen trust with customers regulators and partners.

What you'll do

• Build and lead the company’s global GRC strategy across multiple frameworks including NIST CSF 2.0 SOC 2 ISO 27001 FedRAMP and SOX.

• Modernize compliance through automation continuous control monitoring and data-driven reporting.

• Lead enterprise risk management efforts and provide executive-level insights into exposure mitigation and maturity.

• Oversee audits certifications and customer assurance programs.

• Collaborate with cross functional leaders (IT Legal Marketing Finance HR and R&D) teams to embed compliance requirements into day-to-day operations and product development.

• Represent D-Wave in key customer and regulatory discussions articulating our security and compliance capabilities with clarity and confidence.

• Mentor and develop a high-performing team focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or industry certifications (CISSP CISM CRISC CISA) preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in governance risk and compliance and 5+ years in a leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of modern frameworks and regulatory standards (NIST SOC 2 ISO 27001 FedRAMP SOX).

• Experience using GRC and control automation tools to streamline compliance operations.

• Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder-management skills.

• Proven ability to balance compliance requirements with strategic business objectives.

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.

• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.

• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.

• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership competitive pay and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision mission values and team.

During the interview process your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base equity bonus perks benefit culture). The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.

Inclusion:

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print:

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity genetic information physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state/provincial local law.