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STACK Infrastructure

Director, Risk & Compliance

STACK Infrastructure, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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STACK Infrastructure THE COMPANY:

STACK INFRASTRUCTURE (STACK) provides digital infrastructure to scale the world’s most innovative companies. We are an award-winning industry leader in building, owning, and operating highly efficient, cost-effective wholesale, colocation, and cloud data centers. Each of our national facilities meets or exceeds the highest industry standards in all operational categories of availability, security, connectivity, and physical resilience. Director, Risk and Compliance

THE COMPANY:

STACK INFRASTRUCTURE (STACK) provides digital infrastructure to scale the world’s most innovative companies. We are an award-winning industry leader in building, owning, and operating highly efficient, cost-effective wholesale, colocation, and cloud data centers. Each of our national facilities meets or exceeds the highest industry standards in all operational categories of availability, security, connectivity, and physical resilience.

STACK offers the scale and geographic reach that rapidly growing hyperscale and enterprise companies need. The world runs on data. Data runs on STACK.

THE POSITION:

We are seeking a strategic and experienced

Director, Risk & Compliance

to lead and enhance our enterprise risk management and compliance programs. This role is responsible for overseeing IT compliance initiatives (SOC 1, SOC 2, PCI, HIPAA, ISO 27001), managing internal audits, mitigating fraud risks, and ensuring adequate insurance coverage. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in regulatory compliance, internal audit, risk assessment, and cross-functional leadership— with experience in a data center environment strongly preferred .

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

IT Compliance

Oversee IT compliance programs including: SOC 1 & SOC 2 PCI-DSS HIPAA Security & Privacy Rules ISO/IEC 27001 Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure controls are designed, implemented, and tested effectively. Manage third-party audits and certification processes.

Internal Audit

Conduct internal audits of STACK’s IT Compliance programs including ISO 27001, PCI, SOC 1, SOC 2, and HIPAA. Design and execute internal audit plans aligned with business and regulatory priorities. Conduct audits across departments to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls. Report findings and recommend corrective actions to senior management.

Risk Management

Assist in maintaining the enterprise risk management (ERM) framework. Identify, assess, and monitor operational, financial, IT, and strategic risks. Lead risk mitigation planning and reporting to executive leadership and the board.

Fraud Management

Assist in developing and implementing fraud detection and prevention strategies. Investigate suspected fraud incidents and coordinate with legal and HR as needed. Assist in maintaining whistleblower and ethics reporting mechanisms as needed.

Insurance & Risk Transfer

Evaluate and manage corporate insurance policies (e.g., cyber liability, D&O, E&O, general liability). Partner with brokers and insurers to ensure adequate coverage and cost-effectiveness. Lead claims management and insurance renewals.

THE DETAILS:

Location: Denver, Colorado (In office 3 days; Work from home 2 days) Travel: Minimal Compensation: $165,000 - $175,000 with 20% annual bonus Must be eligible to work in the United States Must pass comprehensive background screening

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Law, Information Security, or related field or equivalent military experience (Master’s or JD preferred). 10+ years of experience in compliance, internal audit, risk management, or related field with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Deep knowledge of IT compliance frameworks and regulatory standards. Professional certifications such as CCEP, CCEP-I, ACO, CCO, CRCMP, GRCP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CPA, CIA, or CRCM are highly desirable. Experience in a data center environment is strongly preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., healthcare, fintech, SaaS). Familiarity with GRC platforms and audit management tools. Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive a culture of compliance.

THIS MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

You are a strong communicator, you are persuasive and clear, blending analytics with experience in decision-making. You do not get flustered easily. You can juggle multiple priorities while balancing urgent requests with shifting timelines and deliverables. You are a team builder. You have the ability to the time to understand and develop the strengths of company resources while formulating long-term plans for the growth and success of the team. You are naturally curious and driven toward continual improvement. While you celebrate your successes, you take time to review and analyze campaigns for future learning.

WHY STACK?

We offer a competitive compensation package with strong benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, flexible spending accounts – even a cell phone subsidy. We foster a culture of appreciation, including peer-to-peer recognition and rewards programs. Fun is part of our DNA, with events, game nights, happy hours, and barbecues. We’re growing – this is a great time to join and make an impact!

STACK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Note to external agencies:

we are not accepting any blind submissions or resumes/cvs from recruitment agencies. Any candidates sent to STACK Infrastructure will not be accepted or considered as a submission without a signed agreement in place.

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Job ID: 10059 Seniority level

Seniority level Director Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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