ServiceNow Functional Consultant (GRC / IRM / SecOps)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced
ServiceNow Functional Consultant
to lead the implementation, standardization, and optimization of
ServiceNow IRM (Integrated Risk Management), GRC, Business Continuity Management, and SecOps modules
for a large enterprise environment. The role involves designing functional solutions, aligning processes with industry best practices, and working closely with technical teams to implement scalable and efficient workflows.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in
ServiceNow GRC/IRM modules, risk frameworks, policy management, business continuity planning, and SecOps implementations
, along with the ability to drive process improvements and stakeholder alignment.
Key Responsibilities
1. ServiceNow IRM / GRC Implementation
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Implement, standardize, and optimize
Risk, Policy & Compliance, Business Continuity Management, and SecOps modules
within ServiceNow
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Design and implement
ServiceNow GRC/IRM solutions
aligned with industry best practices
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Configure and customize
policies, controls, indicators, risk frameworks, audit test plans, attestations, and assessments
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Configure and manage
IRM portals
for governance and compliance workflows
2. Business Continuity & Risk Management
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Design and implement
Business Impact Analysis (BIA) workflows
within ServiceNow
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Develop and manage
Business Continuity Plans (BCP)
including plan creation, lifecycle management, reviews, and testing
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Integrate
business continuity plans with risks, business processes, and enterprise assets
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Support risk assessments and compliance monitoring across the organization
3. Process Design & Optimization
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Re-engineer existing governance, risk, and compliance processes to improve productivity, service quality, and operational efficiency
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Design and implement new processes ensuring alignment with regulatory and organizational standards
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Ensure strong stakeholder engagement and buy-in during process redesign initiatives
4. Functional Implementation & Collaboration
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Lead functional implementations for designed or re-engineered processes
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Collaborate closely with
ServiceNow technical teams
to translate functional requirements into system configurations and customizations
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Work within an
Agile delivery model
, participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and solution validation
5. Documentation, Training & Change Management
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Prepare comprehensive
process documentation, functional specifications, test scripts, and training materials
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Support
organizational change management
initiatives during tool and process implementations
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Conduct
operational training sessions
for end users and stakeholders
6. Reporting & Performance Measurement
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Define and implement
KPI measurement frameworks
for governance, risk, and compliance operations
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Configure dashboards and reporting mechanisms within ServiceNow
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Provide insights to stakeholders on risk posture, compliance status, and operational performance
Required Skills & Experience
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Strong experience with
ServiceNow IRM / GRC modules
including:
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Risk Management
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Policy & Compliance Management
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Audit Management
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Business Continuity Management
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SecOps
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Hands-on experience configuring
risk frameworks, policies, controls, indicators, and compliance workflows
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Experience designing and implementing
Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Business Continuity Plans (BCP)
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Strong understanding of
risk management frameworks and compliance standards
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Experience working with
Agile delivery methodologies
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Excellent stakeholder communication and requirement gathering skills
Preferred Qualifications
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ServiceNow IRM / GRC Certification
or equivalent ServiceNow certifications
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Experience working in
large enterprise environments with multiple service providers
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Familiarity with
IT governance, risk, and compliance frameworks
(ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, etc.)
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Experience implementing
SecOps workflows and integrations
Key Competencies
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Strong functional consulting and solution design capability
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Business process reengineering expertise
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Stakeholder management and communication skills
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Analytical and problem-solving mindset
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Ability to bridge business and technical teams effectively