Executive Advisor - Governance, Risk & Compliance

About Malleum - Malleum is at the forefront of next-generation cyber defense partnering with marquee clients across space aerospace defense government financial services and critical infrastructure. We're experiencing exceptional growth as demand accelerates for trusted advisors capable of delivering at the intersection of national security allied intelligence cooperation and enterprise resilience. Our advisors shape the governance risk and compliance programs that underpin cutting-edge defensive technologies sovereign space capabilities and allied programs with national security impact – from satellite and launch operations to next-generation defense platforms. If you take pride in shaping how the most consequential organizations govern cyber risk and want your counsel to influence sovereign and allied missions Malleum is where your leadership meets purpose.

The Opportunity

- We're seeking a very senior governance risk and compliance specialist to lead our most strategic GRC engagements and to help scale our advisory practice across the space aerospace and defense sectors. In this role you'll serve as a trusted counsel to CISOs CIOs CROs and boards – translating regulatory complexity into pragmatic mission-aligned programs. This is a remote position with travel to client sites – typically Ontario-based – as required. This is a senior leadership role for a recognized GRC practitioner who has stood up enterprise-grade cyber resilience programs navigated the most demanding compliance regimes and can mentor the next generation of Malleum advisors.

What You'll Do

Lead executive-level GRC advisory engagements for clients across space aerospace defense government and critical infrastructure Stand up and mature Cyber Resilience Programs at large enterprises integrating governance risk management business continuity third-party risk and incident readiness into a cohesive operating model Advise C-suite and board stakeholders on cyber risk posture regulatory exposure and strategic investment priorities Lead client journeys to CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) readiness and certification including scoping gap assessments SSP/POAM development and assessor coordination Lead client adoption of the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification (CPCSC) for organizations supporting the Government of Canada defense supply chain Develop operationalize and audit programs aligned with NIST CSF 2.0 NIST 800-53/171 ISO 27001/27005 ITSG-33 SOC 2 and sector-specific frameworks Advise space-sector clients on emerging requirements such as Space ISAC guidance NIST IR 8401 (Satellite Ground Segment) and allied space defense expectations Define and implement enterprise risk management frameworks KRIs/KPIs risk appetite statements and board reporting cadences Lead third-party / supply-chain risk programs aligned with defense industrial base (DIB) and allied requirements Shape Malleum's GRC service offerings methodologies accelerators and intellectual property Mentor and develop senior managers managers and consultants — building bench strength and a strong delivery culture Drive business development trusted-advisor relationships account growth proposals and thought leadership across the space aerospace and defense ecosystem Represent Malleum in industry forums regulator engagements client briefings and executive roundtables What You Bring 15+ years of progressive cybersecurity and GRC experience including senior leadership roles in consulting industry or government Demonstrated track record standing up and scaling Cyber Resilience Programs for large complex enterprises — including governance structures risk frameworks control libraries metrics and operating cadences Deep expertise across CMMC (Levels 1

• and emerging CPCSC requirements including how each maps to NIST 800-171 / 800-172 and supplier obligations Hands-on experience advising clients in space aerospace and defense — familiarity with ITAR CGP controlled goods export controls and allied compliance regimes Strong command of NIST CSF 2.0 NIST 800-53/171/172 ISO 27001/27005 ITSG-33 SOC 2 PCI DSS and relevant privacy regimes (PIPEDA Quebec Law 25 GDPR) Executive presence — proven ability to advise CISOs CIOs CFOs GCs audit committees and boards Strong commercial acumen — practice building account growth proposal leadership and revenue accountability Demonstrated leadership in mentoring coaching and developing high-performing GRC teams Certifications such as CISSP CISM CRISC CGEIT CISA ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer or CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) strongly preferred Eligibility for Government of Canada security clearance (Secret or higher) existing clearance highly valued French fluency is an asset Bachelor's degree required advanced degree (MBA MS in Cybersecurity) preferred Why Malleum - Lead GRC programs with genuine national and allied security impact across space aerospace and defense Shape the strategy and growth of a rapidly scaling advisory practice with direct partner-level visibility Work alongside seasoned IR offensive security engineering and program leaders on the most consequential client missions Highly competitive executive compensation performance incentives and equity-style participation in practice growth Continuous learning budget certification sponsorship and a platform to publish speak and shape industry dialogue A flat high-trust culture that rewards judgment ownership and mission focus Malleum is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities and missions we serve. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require accommodation at any stage. Gm1VJfwdua