ServiceNow Architect

job summary: OpenKyber is seeking a Senior ServiceNow GRC Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide Cyber Risk Register in ServiceNow for a major transportation client in Washington, D.C. Serving as a key strategic advisor across business and IT units, you will translate complex cyber risk requirements into scalable, automated ServiceNow solutions-including workflows, reporting, dashboards, and remediation tracking. In this high-visibility role, you will interface with cross-functional leadership, drive consensus, and align GRC architecture with NIST frameworks to enhance enterprise risk visibility, strengthen governance, and ensure audit readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

location: Washington, Washington, D.C.

job type: Contract

salary: $75 - 85 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities: Architect & Implement GRC Capability: Design and deploy a centralized, enterprise Cyber Risk Register in ServiceNow, including automated workflows, risk scoring, custom reporting, dashboards, and remediation tracking. Strategic Vision & Consensus Building: Partner with cross-functional business areas, IT leaders, and risk committees to define the future-state GRC architecture, present solutions, gain concurrence, and ensure sustainable service delivery. Process Automation & Optimization: Enable consistent risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and escalation processes by translating business and risk management requirements into technical architecture. Platform Integration & Data Integrity: Integrate ServiceNow GRC modules with related enterprise IT and security platforms, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and auditability. Full Lifecycle Leadership: Lead technical efforts across all phases of the project lifecycle-from initial scoping and requirements gathering through architecture design, implementation, and post-deployment alignment. Executive Visibility & Governance: Provide executive leadership with actionable visibility into enterprise cyber risks, remediation progress, and overall risk posture to support regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

qualifications: Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) with 8-15+ years in IT, including 2-5+ years focused specifically within a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) function. ServiceNow Expertise: Proven track record of successfully architecting and deploying large-scale ServiceNow solutions, particularly within GRC/Integrated Risk Management (IRM). Cybersecurity Frameworks: Strong practical knowledge of cybersecurity controls and risk frameworks, specifically NIST CSF and NIST 800-53. Large-Scale Architecture: Demonstrated experience acting as a Solution Architect across multiple heterogeneous, large-scale IT programs. Stakeholder Management: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to present to committees, influence senior stakeholders, and build consensus.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At OpenKyber, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, OpenKyber offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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