At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
The TeamThe Enterprise Governance & Assurance team (EGA) is responsible for enabling Netflix to operate securely while meeting regulatory obligations. The team encompasses Governance, Risk, Compliance, Business Continuity, and a dedicated engineering function. We partner across the organization to ensure Netflix maintains appropriate controls, manages enterprise risk, and demonstrates compliance with regulatory requirements including SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and others.
The RoleWe are looking for an accomplished senior leader to lead and grow a team of high-performing GRC, business continuity and software engineering professionals while working to mature Netflix's Enterprise Governance and Assurance capabilities. This is a pivotal and high-impact role responsible for setting the strategic vision and execution across multiple functions. You’ll partner broadly across the enterprise to meet continually evolving regulatory requirements in a fast moving and complex environment. You’ll be instrumental in driving a pragmatic, risk-driven, and scalable GRC program with a strong emphasis on modern, engineering first approaches.
Desired Background
10+ years in a combination of GRC, technology risk, compliance, audit/assurance, security governance, and/or operational resilience, with at least 4 in a leadership role.
You have a proven track record of building and growing high-performing teams.
Demonstrated success building controls and assurance programs that stand up to external scrutiny.
You have deep expertise in regulatory and compliance frameworks and regimes including but not limited to: SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and ISO-27001.
You prefer risk-driven, scalable approaches over checkbox compliance and understand how to right-size controls based on actual business risk.
You have experience building or leading GRC engineering functions that automate compliance workflows, generate metrics, and reduce manual burden.
You are comfortable operating in a cloud-native, engineering-driven environment and can translate compliance requirements into technical solutions.
You are a meticulous and responsive cross-team communicator who can work effectively with legal, finance, engineering, and executive stakeholders.
You are an empathetic leader who cultivates a culture of psychological safety and inclusion where all team members can do their best work.
You can successfully coach, mentor, develop, and inspire a talented and diverse team across seniority levels.
You operate effectively in highly ambiguous and rapidly changing environments with minimal process and a heavy emphasis on individual responsibility.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.
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