Risk and Compliance Specialist

**_BIS Safety Software_** is an innovative technology company providing industry-leading software for the safety sector. Since 2006, we've been committed to innovation and building strong client relationships. We are expanding our legal team and are looking to add an **analytical**and** detail-oriented Risk and Compliance Specialist** who excels in **risk management**and **compliance**.

**Position Overview**

As a Risk and Compliance Specialist at BIS, you’ll use a risk-based approach to design and maintain compliance frameworks while leading software improvements aligned with industry regulations and standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to continuously improve processes, mitigate risks, and enhance organizational resilience.

This is an **in-person** role based out of our Sherwood Park, AB office.

**In This Role, You Will Be Expected To**:

- ** Identify and Assess Risks**: Supporting organizational teams in identifying, assessing, and escalating operational, IT, and financial risks related to data security and privacy.
- ** Collaborate on Risk Mitigation**: Working with software developers, customer support teams, and team leads to address gaps and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- ** Build and Maintain Frameworks**: Creating and maintaining compliance frameworks and continuously improving company processes and procedures to align with evolving industry standards and privacy laws, including PIPEDA, COPPA, and GDPR.
- ** Facilitate Audits**: Coordinating third-party audits and conducting internal assessments such as SOC 2 and PCI DSS.
- ** Manage Security Incidents**: Leading incident response efforts, including investigation, regulatory reporting, client notifications, and remediation.
- ** Prepare Compliance Reports**: Generating and presenting reports, documentation, and communications for internal and client stakeholders.
- ** Deliver Training Programs**: Providing training and resources to team members to foster a culture of IT and data security awareness.
- ** Engage with Clients and Vendors**: Serving as a liaison to meet security and privacy requirements effectively.

**You Might Be the Right Fit If You**:

- Possess higher education or certifications in Professional Communications, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Management.
- 4+ years of experience in privacy, data security, compliance, and risk management.
- Enjoy working in environments requiring collaboration across varied teams.
- Excel in managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills.
- Possess strong analytical skills to evaluate and improve complex processes.
- Have proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an interest in IT and technology (IT background is an asset).

Salary ranges are based on experience, reflecting the unique skillset each individual brings to the role.
- Job ID #T202412-11CCS_

**Why join us**

At BIS, we pride ourselves in being very entrepreneurial in nature. Our office is an open environment that lends itself to collaboration and organic learning. We integrate new ideas and best practices quickly when they further the development of our software and company. This flexibility is a key part of our culture and a reflection of our insightful and collaborative team.

Another key part of our culture is our purposeful avoidance of titles. We don’t use job titles as they don’t reflect the value we place on humility. And we lead with our heart, treating all our customers and team members with integrity and compassion.

We are looking for like-minded individuals who are interested in growing with us.

In addition, we also offer the following:
**Comprehensive benefits package**

**Health spending account**

**Growth opportunities**

**Flexible working hours**

**On-the-job training**

**Work-life balance**

**Free on-site parking**

**Team Recognition Points**

**Social committee**

**Fun, open and collaborative environment**

**Be More Than an Employee**

BIS is a company where you can not only grow your career but also share in the success you help create.**Our** Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)** allows you to own a piece of the business and build equity in the company’s future.

**We'd love to hear from you**

Visit our Careers Page to learn more.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.