Manager, Information Security Trust

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

**What you'll be doing**:
As a Manager of Information Security, you will support the implementation of a continuously evolving governance, risk, and compliance program (GRC) in one of Appian's primary focus areas - Enterprise, Appian Cloud, or Partner Cloud. In this role, you will help establish a strong program for security by setting security policy and standards in alignment with applicable industry frameworks, ensure that groups across the company are aware of and adhere to security requirements, assess risk posture of systems and environments, work with teams throughout the organization to ensure control requirements are implemented in accordance with security policies and standards, oversee control assessments from external assessors, and continuous monitor programs to ensure controls are healthy and any gaps are addressed.

**To be successful in this role, you need**:

- Common Requirements:_
- To be ambitious, detail oriented, and to work to impact, not completion
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to dissent constructively and find resolution while showing respect towards others
- Ability to make sound, situationally aware decisions
- Ability to track work accurately and handle multiple work streams simultaneously, while meeting aggressive deadlines and delivering impactful products
- Ability to execute on established roadmaps
- Ability to work as a team to accomplish shared goals
- A passion for security and technology

**Role Specific Requirements**:

- B.S./B.A. or greater in related field of study and / or relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISA, CISM)
- Approx. 8+ years of experience in security compliance / governance, risk management, information assurance, or other related field
- Ability to implement continuous monitoring and improvement programs by identifying and connecting systems and data to provide direct visibility and assurance
- Ability to evaluate environments, architectures, plans against potential threats to identify gaps, and to work collaboratively with teams responsible for implementing controls to provide guidance and oversight on how best to meet compliance requirements
- Ability to manage others and provide strong leadership and mentorship
- Ability to lead internal and external security reviews, audits, and control evaluations
- Ability to identify the path necessary to take a project from idea to impact

**Tools and Resource**
- Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
- Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
- Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

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