SVP, Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance

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SVP Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance

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Chicago IL USA
Hybrid
226K-474K Annually
Expert/Leader
Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Business Intelligence • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
The Role
Lead the global Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance function defining and executing cybersecurity strategy managing risk and ensuring compliance with regulations. Build and lead high-performing teams while presenting to executive stakeholders and overseeing audit processes.
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Team Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Vice President (SVP) of Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) to lead our global GRC function. The SVP will be a critical member of the Office of the CISO and will be responsible for defining and executing our cybersecurity strategy ensuring our organization operates within a robust and compliant security framework. This leader will drive a culture of security awareness and accountability across the enterprise managing risk effectively to protect our assets and maintain stakeholder trust.This is a remote position which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

Role Overview and Core Responsibilities

    Experience: 

    • Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity with at least 7-10 years in a senior leadership role focused on GRC. 

    • Intimate knowledge of SoX SoC2 ISO27K NYDFS regulation and relevant international equivalents are required 

    • Proven experience in a complex global organization preferably within a highly regulated industry (e.g. financial services healthcare technology) 

    • Demonstrated track record of successfully building and leading enterprise-wide GRC programs  

    • Prior Board exposure in public companies 

    Education: 

    • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Computer Science or a related field is preferred. 

     

    Certifications: 

    • ISACA CISA CISSP CISM or CRISC certifications are a plus.  

    Required Knowledge and Experiences

    • Develop and execute a comprehensive long-term GRC strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. 

    • Present regularly to the Board and executive team on cyber risk posture and program effectiveness. 

    • Oversee the design implementation and operation of our cybersecurity governance framework policies and standards (e.g. NIST ISO 27001 CIS). 

    • Manage and mature our cyber security policy lifecycle including development communication and enforcement. 

    • Lead the enterprise-wide cyber risk management program including risk identification assessment mitigation and reporting. 

    • Lead an international group of senior security and business risk liaisons to disseminate and enforce regional and corporate compliance offer central security services such as advisory and technology 

    • Ensure the company's adherence to all relevant national and international cyber security regulations and compliance standards (e.g. SOX PCI-DSS NYDFS etc.). 

    • Act as the primary point of contact for external and internal audits related to cyber security overseeing the remediation of any findings. 

    • Build mentor and lead a high-performing team of GRC professionals. 

    • Build strong relationships with internal and external partners including legal HR IT and business leaders as well as regulators and industry peers.

    • 10-20% travel and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually

    Benefits that support every part of your life:

    At TransUnion we design benefits to help you feel well do well and plan well—from day one.

    For Your Health: Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical dental and vision coverage plus supplemental plan options. Spousal domestic partner and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.

    For Your Protection: We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan pet insurance and travel accident coverage.

    For Your Family: From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match a complimentary Care@Work membership and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful gradual return.

    For Your Future: Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources career coaching and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.

    For You: Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees up to 12 paid holidays per year commuter benefits employee discounts charitable gift matching and paid volunteer time off plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.

    For Your Wellness: Access 24/7 support including professional therapy coaching and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical mental social and financial wellness.

    We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability status veteran status genetic information marital status citizenship status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion’s Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting [email protected].

    Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

    Adherence to Company policies sound judgment and trustworthiness working safely communicating respectfully and safeguarding business operations confidential and proprietary information and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

    Pay Scale Information:

    The U.S. base salary range for this position is $225800.00 - $474300.00 *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education training work experience job-related skill set location and industry knowledge as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.

    TransUnion Overview:

    At TransUnion we encourage and are committed to creating a real positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good which empowers our people to grow innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.


    Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

    TransUnion's Internal Job Title:

    SVP Governance Risk and Compliance

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    Year Founded: 1968

    What We Do

    TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. We do this by having an accurate and comprehensive picture of each person. This picture is grounded in our legacy as a credit reporting agency which enables us to tap into both credit and public record data; our data fusion methodology that helps us link match and tap into the awesome combined power of that data; and our knowledgeable and passionate team who stewards the information with expertise and in accordance with local legislation around the world. Because of our work organizations can better understand consumers in order to make more informed decisions and earn their trust through great personalized experiences and the proactive extension of the right opportunities tools and offers. In turn consumers can be confident that their data identities will result in the opportunities they deserve. We make trust possible so businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good®—it’s our purpose and what drives us every day.

    Why Work With Us

    Our culture is welcoming energetic and innovative. There’s an overall synergy that flows throughout TransUnion creating a sense of unity in knowing that we’re all working to achieve the same overall goal. We’re dedicated to providing opportunities for our people to get involved and stay connected with their colleagues across the globe.

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    05/01/2026

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