Global Cybersecurity Governance Analyst

Posted 23 Days Ago
Northbrook, IL, USA
Hybrid
75K-95K Annually
Junior
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Our mission is to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place.
The Role
Supports global cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance programs by administering KnowBe4, coordinating awareness campaigns and phishing simulations, maintaining policies and governance records, tracking metrics and remediation, supporting audits and evidence collection, and preparing dashboards and executive reports. The role also assists with ServiceNow governance workflows, AI and non-human identity governance, stakeholder coordination, and process improvement.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
The Global Cybersecurity Governance Analyst supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's cybersecurity governance program. This role is responsible for executing governance activities related to cybersecurity policies, standards, governance processes, controls monitoring, security awareness, governance reporting, High Value Information Asset (HVIA) governance, phishing simulation programs, policy exception management, and framework alignment. The Analyst partners with Cybersecurity, Global Technology, Legal, Data Privacy, Human Resources, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to promote governance effectiveness, maintain governance documentation, develop metrics and reporting, support audits and assessments, and drive adoption of cybersecurity governance requirements. The role also contributes to process modernization, governance automation initiatives, and emerging governance areas including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Non-Human Identity (NHI), and cybersecurity program maturity improvements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support the development, review, maintenance, and implementation of cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and governance documentation.
  • Execute cybersecurity governance activities, including policy lifecycle management, governance reporting, controls monitoring, and exception management.
  • Support the administration and continuous improvement of cybersecurity governance programs, including High Value Information Asset (HVIA) governance, security awareness, phishing simulations, and governance communications.
  • Develop and maintain governance metrics, dashboards, reports, and executive presentations to support leadership decision-making.
  • Coordinate with Cybersecurity, Global Technology, Legal, Data Privacy, Human Resources, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to promote adoption of governance requirements and best practices.
  • Support cybersecurity audits, assessments, and regulatory activities through documentation management, evidence collection, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Assist with planning and delivery of cybersecurity awareness, role-based training, Cybersecurity Awareness Month activities, and phishing simulation campaigns.
  • Contribute to governance modernization initiatives, process improvements, automation efforts, and emerging governance areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance.
  • Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders, governance documentation, reporting, and cybersecurity frameworks preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Risk Management, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity governance, GRC, compliance, audit, risk management, policy management, cybersecurity awareness, or a related discipline.
  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, COBIT, or similar frameworks.
  • Experience developing policies, standards, procedures, governance documentation, reports, and executive presentations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with global cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
  • Experience with ServiceNow, Power BI, KnowBe4, GRC platforms, or governance reporting tools preferred.
  • Professional certifications such as Security+, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or equivalent certifications are preferred.

Preferred Certifications
  • Security+
  • CISA
  • CISM
  • CRISC
  • CISSP
  • ISO 27001-related certifications

What you'll experience working for ULS
UL Solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and we're still leading the way. From day one, we've blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. Our teams have influenced billions of products, plus services, software offerings and more. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science.
That's where you come in - because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe.
This is more than a job. It's a calling. A passion to use our expertise and play our part in creating a more secure, sustainable world today - and tomorrow. As a member of our safety science community, you'll use your ideas, your energy and your ambition to innovate, challenge and ultimately, help create a safer world.
Everyone here is unique. But we're also a global community, working together to help create a safer world. Join UL Solutions and you can connect with the brightest minds in the business, all bringing their distinct perspectives and diverse backgrounds together to deliver real change.
Empowering our customers to keep the world safe means thinking ahead. It means investing in training and empowering our people to learn and innovate. At UL Solutions, we help build a better future - one where everyone benefits.
Join UL Solutions to be at the center of safety. To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $75.000 to $95,000 USD and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience supporting cybersecurity, information security, governance, risk management, compliance, audit, or information technology functions.
  • Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts, terminology, threats, vulnerabilities, and security best practices.
  • Knowledge of Governance, Risk, and Compliance principles, processes, and methodologies.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and control frameworks.
  • Experience coordinating multiple workstreams, projects, or tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
  • Experience supporting cybersecurity governance, compliance, audit, risk management, or policy management programs.
  • Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar standards.
  • Experience administering or supporting security awareness and training platforms, including KnowBe4.
  • Experience managing documentation repositories, governance records, policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Experience using ServiceNow or similar workflow management and GRC platforms.
  • Experience developing reports, scorecards, dashboards, KPI reporting, and executive presentations.
  • Exposure to audit support, evidence collection, compliance assessments, and remediation tracking.
  • Understanding of cybersecurity risks related to artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and non-human identities.
  • Experience working with cross-functional cybersecurity, technology, legal, procurement, risk, compliance, or business stakeholders.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control certification.
  • Certified Information Security Manager certification.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification.
  • ISO 27001 Foundation, Lead Implementer, or Lead Auditor certification.

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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs are characterized as a standout, with a strong 401(k) match and additional company contributions noted. Feedback suggests the plan design compares well within the overall package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation/PTO, sick time, floating holidays, and two paid volunteer days are available, alongside parental and family leave. Feedback suggests the time-off structure is competitive and scales with tenure or role.
  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA/FSA, plus dental, vision, life, disability, and EAP resources indicate broad coverage. Feedback suggests access and choice are solid even if costs vary by plan and situation.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
15,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1894

What We Do

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Why Work With Us

Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.

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