Senior Cybersecurity Analyst GRC (m/f/d)

Avnet Business Services GmbH

Avnet Business Services GmbH is the service provider of the Avnet Group in EMEA, founded in 2020. With its brands EBV Elektronik, Avnet Silica, Avnet Abacus, Avnet Embedded and Farnell, Avnet is one of the world's most successful distributors of semiconductor products and related services. Avnet is also an S&P 500 listed group. Employees in 70 countries set new standards every day in terms of innovation and quality, for which Avnet has been known in the market for 100 years.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst to help lead our cybersecurity governance, risk management, compliance, third-party risk, audit, and policy programs. This is an exciting opportunity to drive enterprise-wide security initiatives, partner with stakeholders across the organization, and mentor junior team members while further developing your leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity risk assessments and risk management activities across the organization.
• Manage third-party cyber risk assessments and supplier security reviews.
• Support and lead SOX, audit, compliance, and customer security assessment activities.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance processes.
• Monitor remediation efforts and validate the effectiveness of security controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for GRC processes, automation, reporting, and metrics.
• Develop executive-level and management-level cyber risk reporting and dashboards.
• Mentor and provide day-to-day guidance to Analyst I and Analyst II team members.
• Partner with IT, Information Security, Legal, Privacy, Audit, Procurement, and business stakeholders globally to support security and compliance objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, GRC, Risk Management, Compliance, IT Audit, Information Security, or Third-Party Risk Management.
• Proven experience leading risk assessments, audits, compliance reviews, or security governance initiatives.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity controls, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SOX, NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOC, Privacy frameworks, and Customer Security Assessments.
• Experience working with GRC platforms such as AuditBoard, ServiceNow, OnSpring, or similar tools.
• Previous mentoring, team lead, or supervisory experience.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or equivalent are a plus.

What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance risk management with business objectives.
• A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for cybersecurity, governance, and developing others.

Why Join Avnet?

• Opportunity to influence and strengthen cybersecurity programs at a global organization.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation and professional growth.
• Exposure to diverse business functions and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Leadership development opportunities through mentoring and cross-functional collaboration.

What We Offer:

At Avnet, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional success, health, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

• 30 days of annual vacation plus additional special leave days.
• December 24th and December 31st provided as paid company holidays.
• Flexible and mobile working options to support work-life integration.
• Up to 10 days of Workation per year, allowing you to work remotely from selected locations.
• 38.5-hour work week with a flexible working time account.
• Company-funded supplemental health insurance through Allianz, including coverage for preventive care, dental treatments, vision support, and more.
• Comprehensive group accident insurance coverage extending beyond working hours.
• Wellpass membership for fitness, health, and wellbeing activities.
• Job Bike leasing program, including e-bikes and other bicycle options.
• Subsidized company pension plan to support your long-term financial wellbeing.
• Employer contribution to capital formation benefits (Vermögenswirksame Leistungen - VWL).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering professional support and counseling services.
• On-site childcare facilities with preferential conditions for employees.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

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