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GRC Process Architect
Location
Virginia
Posted
25 days ago
Salary
$91.3K - $184.9K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
GRC Process Architect
Accenture Federal Services
• Understand current Security processes and how they align to CMMC Controls • Design workflows that will enrich data points for downstream processes and impact analysis • Collaborate with IT development teams to translate process designs into technical implementation within the ServiceNow platform • Build and document end-to-end workflows to solve current gaps in Security and Compliance Processes • Produce clear, comprehensive process documentation to support operational excellence, audit readiness, and automation.
Job Requirements
- U.S. Citizen (required)
- 5+ years of experience in business process design or process architecture
- Working knowledge of CMMC regulatory compliance controls (NIST 800-171)
- Strong familiarity with GRC processes and successful GRC tool implementations
- Understanding of IT Change Management practices and data governance
- Experience working with or designing AI-enabled or automation workflows that enhance process efficiency
Benefits
- health insurance
- retirement plans
- paid time off
- flexible work arrangements
- professional development
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