Enterprise Security Compliance Manager

About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong. About The Role The Enterprise Security Compliance Manager is an integral part of Latham’s Global Security and Risk Management team. This role will be responsible for managing the firm’s security compliance activities, leading responses to client security questionnaires, assessments, and RFP requests, coordinating with stakeholders, preparing documentation, drafting responses, validating control operation, confidently explaining system architecture and security mechanisms to assessors, and tracking follow‑up actions. The role will be located in our Global Services Office in downtown Los Angeles and may offer a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in‑office presence. Responsibilities & Qualifications Contribute to the maturation and scalability of the compliance program by standardizing control design, documentation, evidence collection, and operating procedures to continually improve audit efficiency, consistency, and repeatability. Lead the operation of the compliance governance processes, including control ownership, compliance monitoring, issue tracking, and exception management, to maintain sustained audit readiness and control effectiveness. Identify opportunities to mature the compliance program through automation, continuous monitoring, improved evidence practices, and scalable audit readiness processes. Lead the certification program for ISO 27001, end‑to‑end from scoping through audit closure. Arrange penetration and vulnerability testing by identifying and negotiating with vendors, scheduling testing, and following up on results. Protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains. We’d love to hear from you if you: Exhibit the ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with clients, vendors, and colleagues at all organizational levels. Demonstrate experience managing client security due diligence activities and responding to security questionnaires and related inquiries. Possess the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing, and translate technical risks into business‑focused language for non‑technical audiences. And have: A bachelor’s degree or Diploma of Higher Education, preferably in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant security and audit certifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CISM). A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in GRC, technology risk, compliance, audit/cybersecurity assurance, security governance, and/or operational resilience, and at least two (2) years in a leadership role. A minimum of two (2) years of experience applying project management concepts. Experience working in a law practice office. Benefits & Additional Information Successful candidates will receive an outstanding career opportunity and a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program, which includes: Healthcare, life and disability insurance Generous 401(k) plan At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure Well‑being programs such as mental health services, mindfulness, and medical resources Professional development programs Employee discounts Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pay Range USD $195,000.00 - USD $215,000.00 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Latham & Watkins