Governance, Risk, and Compliance Lead at primer.ai

At Primer, our mission is to make the world a safer place by providing trusted, decision-ready AI to the most critical organizations on the planet. We build software that empowers leaders, operators, and analysts to navigate a rapidly changing world in real time, ensuring they can make informed decisions when the stakes are at their highest. With offices in San Francisco, Pasadena, and Arlington, we are dedicated to supporting those who protect our collective security.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Lead to join our team on a full-time, on-site basis. In this position, you will own the strategy and execution of our compliance initiatives, ensuring our business remains aligned with the rigorous standards required to support our government and commercial partners. This is a high-trust role that requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on technical execution.

Core responsibilities

• Lead our comprehensive compliance programs, specifically focusing on FedRAMP, CMMC 2.0, SOC 2, and ISO 27001.
• Drive Authority To Operate (ATO) initiatives and mature our security controls to support complex environments, including GCC High.
• Collaborate across teams, including Engineering, Product, Legal, and HR, to translate security requirements into actionable project plans and effective operational processes.

Skills and experience

• Must be a US citizen and located in either the San Francisco or DC metro area.
• At least 3 years of professional experience working directly with or within the US Department of Defense or related government organizations.
• Deep expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-171, and the specific compliance frameworks mentioned above.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms and technologies, such as AWS and Azure.
• Ability to communicate complex compliance requirements to senior management and organize cross-functional teams to meet strict deadlines.

Compensation and benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Our offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Support for flexible work arrangements, including remote work stipends.

How to apply

If you are passionate about security and want to contribute to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to submit your application. Please note that because we work closely with the US defense and intelligence establishment, all offers are contingent upon meeting applicable government contract requirements and security standards.