Senior Director of Customer Trust

The Senior Director of Customer Trust leads a critical cross-functional function responsible for building, scaling, and sustaining trust with Workiva’s global customer base. This highly visible leadership role blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, overseeing the governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) strategy for Workiva. You’ll serve as a senior representative in customer-facing assurance engagements, lead internal and external audit readiness, and drive scalable risk management initiatives that directly impact customer confidence, enterprise growth, and Workiva’s reputation.What You’ll DoGRC Strategy & ExecutionLead the design and execution of Workiva’s global governance, risk, and compliance strategyOversee InfoSec risk management, third-party risk, internal controls, and policy governanceOwn certification readiness and compliance across multiple frameworks: SOC 1/2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, SOX, and NIST Customer Trust & AssuranceAct as a senior-facing representative in security reviews, customer audits, and high-stakes due diligenceLead responses to customer security questionnaires, contract redlines, and external auditsManage Workiva’s Trust Center and other external assurance documentation Process Improvement & Risk AutomationDesign scalable, automation-friendly workflows to reduce audit fatigue and contract review bottlenecksDrive efficiency in third-party risk management, vendor onboarding, and continuous compliance Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Sales, Legal, Customer Success, Engineering, and IT to align on compliance priorities and customer needsServe as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on emerging risk areas and trust requirements Team LeadershipLead and develop a high-performing team of managers and senior professionals across the Customer Trust functionOversee talent development, performance management, hiring, and capacity planningCreate a strong leadership bench and culture of continuous learning and innovation in risk and compliance What You’ll BringMinimum Qualifications12+ years in GRC, cybersecurity compliance, or InfoSec risk fieldsProven experience in a B2B SaaS environment at scale (preferably $1B+ in revenue or global enterprise presence)Deep understanding of compliance frameworks such as SOC 1/2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, SOX, GDPR and NISTDemonstrated success managing external audits and engaging with enterprise customers in regulated industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare) Preferred Qualifications5–8+ years in a senior leadership role, including supervision of managersFamiliarity with customer trust platforms such as Whistic, Conveyor, or VantaStrong understanding of data privacy and protection, with experience building compliant systems and processes aligned with global regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)Strong track record of designing scalable compliance processes and automation workflowsExperience balancing transparency and legal risk in public-facing trust communicationsExecutive-level presence with exceptional stakeholder communication and negotiation skillsAdept at driving cross-functional alignment and building influence without authorityProven ability to lead, inspire, and scale high-impact teamCertifications such as CISSP, CISA, CIPP/US, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer are a strong plusWorking Conditions & Travel RequirementsReliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, not in a Workiva officeUp to 25% travelHow You’ll Be Rewarded✅ Salary range in the US: $203,000.00 - $325,000.00✅ A discretionary bonus typically paid annually✅ Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire✅ 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits packageThe salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email talentacquisition@workiva.com. Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.#LI-LP1