Systems Engineer
Lead IT risk operations, overseeing governance, risk assessment, and compliance initiatives. Drive risk mitigation strategies, audit readiness, and security controls to protect technology assets and support enterprise-wide risk management.
Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This high-impact position in the Governance, Risk & Compliance function sits at the center of the firm’s technology, security, and operational ecosystem. Managing a small team, you will work closely with senior leaders across IT, Security Engineering, General Counsel, and firm leadership to shape how risk is understood, measured, and managed.
The role can be 100% remote or hybrid-in person if located near a physical office.
Strengthen IT Governance & Controls
Incident Governance & Investigations
Own ITSM Governance & ServiceNow Analytics
Vendor Risk Management
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Posted June 24, 2026