Offer summary

Qualifications:

3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse teams, Cybersecurity certifications like Security+, SSCP, or CISM are a plus..

Key responsibilities:

Support the rollout and ongoing development of the cybersecurity governance program

Partner with stakeholders to improve security awareness and compliance

Develop and deliver engaging content to foster a security-aware culture

Track and report on program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Job description

Description

Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist

Harmonic is the worldwide leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions, enabling media companies and service providers to deliver premium broadband, video streaming, and broadcast services to consumers globally. At the forefront of innovation, Harmonic simplifies streaming through advanced cloud and software-as-a-service offerings, as well as accelerates the deployment of next-generation gigabit broadband services. To learn more, go to “About Harmonic”.

Role Description

We’re building a stronger cybersecurity culture—and we need someone who’s passionate about governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), but also understands that real change starts with people.

As a Cybersecurity Governance Analyst, you’ll play a key role in rolling out our cybersecurity governance program across the organization. You'll help foster a security-first mindset through collaboration, creativity, and clear communication. This is a hands-on, people-centric role ideal for someone who’s eager to drive meaningful change and enjoys making security approachable and even fun.

Location

Remote – this position is 100% Remote anywhere in the US or Canada

What you will be doing

Support the rollout and ongoing development of our cybersecurity governance program
Partner with stakeholders across the organization to improve security awareness and compliance
Help drive cultural change by encouraging secure practices in day-to-day operations
Develop and deliver engaging content and initiatives to foster a security-aware culture
Work with GRC platforms to facilitate enterprise-wide risk assessments and track remediation efforts
Assist in identifying control gaps and support control owners in understanding and addressing deficiencies, particularly within frameworks like SCF
Contribute to internal and external cybersecurity audits by coordinating evidence collection and ensuring documentation is current and complete
Bring fresh ideas to the table for improving communication, training, and adoption of security initiatives
Track and report on program effectiveness, identifying opportunities for improvement

What you will need to succeed

3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)
Proven experience leading or supporting organizational change efforts
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse teams across all levels of the organization
Demonstrated creativity in communicating and promoting security initiatives—ideally making them fun and relatable
Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business, or a related field

Nice to have:

Cybersecurity certification(s), such as Security+, SSCP, CISM, or similar
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or Secure Controls Framework (SCF)
Background in change management, organizational behavior, or internal communications
Familiarity with tools for awareness and training campaigns

Pay & Benefits

For this role, the estimated base salary range is between CAD 100,000 - CAD 115,000. The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market, location, and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion at Harmonic

At Harmonic, we believe that building and nurturing a global team with diverse backgrounds and voices is critical to our success. Together, we achieve excellence through creativity and innovation, build relationships based on integrity and mutual respect, and deliver the highest quality in every aspect of our business for the benefit of our employees, business partners and shareholders.

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