Vendor Risk Management Specialist - Cybersecurity at Acuity in Atlanta, GA | USD55,300-99,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

vendor security

risk assessment

policy development

data management

repository

liaison

Assist in advancing Acuity’s IT Vendor Risk Management program.
Assist in the management of Data Subject Access Requests (DSAR).
Assist the Acuity Privacy with the management of Employee and Customer data.
Conduct Vendor Security Reviews (VSRs) for all existing and newly onboarded third-party technology vendors.
Prepare and present risk assessments, findings, and recommendations to business stakeholders.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of VRM-related policies and procedures.
Act as a liaison between the Security team and departments such as Legal, Sourcing, HR, and IT.
Maintain a centralized repository of third-party vendors & technologies to monitor risk and compliance.
Assist in the mapping and management of Acuity’s PI/PII relevant data stores.

Requirements

cybersecurity cert

bachelor’s

gdpr

iso 27001

processunity

bitsight

Professional certifications in Cybersecurity, GRC, or Vendor Risk Management
This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
Familiarity with global privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA).
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC); or equivalent experience.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, SOX).
Experience working in a large enterprise environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Hands-on experience with VRM platforms such as ProcessUnity or similar.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Familiarity with vendor risk monitoring tools like BitSight or equivalent.
Excellent time management, problem-solving, and ability to follow structured processes.

Benefits

Culture of Learning and Collaboration: We foster a culture that prioritizes continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional teamwork as core values. You’ll collaborate with experts in Legal, HR, Product Security, Engineering, and more, ensuring your work is always relevant and impactful.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Revenue $3.8b

Annual Revenue 2023

The company generates approximately $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023).

Formed 2001

Year of Reinvention

The company was reinvented as Acuity Brands in 2001, pivoting into lighting and smart building technology.

Acquired 2015

Strategic Acquisitions

The company has made significant strategic acquisitions, including Distech in 2015.

Expansion 2021

Global Expansion

The company expanded its global presence with the acquisition of OSRAM DS in 2021.

Generates roughly $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023), trading publicly under ticker AYI.
Designs and manufactures luminaires, lighting controls, power supplies, skylights and integrated systems.
Typical projects span new‑build and retrofit installations in commercial offices, industrial facilities, institutional campuses, transportation infrastructure and homes.
Under brands like Lithonia, Holophane, Juno and nLight, it blends LED innovation with IoT‑enabled controls.
Stands out with its Atrius IoT platform and a unique combo of lighting, building analytics and smart controls—blurring lines between hardware and software.

Culture + Values

We value transparency and open communication.
We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
We encourage a growth mindset and constant learning.
We prioritize customer satisfaction and focus on delivering results.
We embrace innovation and challenge the status quo.

Environment + Sustainability

2040 Target

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across operations and value chain by 2040.

Efficiency initiatives reduce energy consumption in operations.
Renewable energy sources power their operations.
Sustainability is integral to product development and design.

Inclusion & Diversity

Everyone feels valued in an inclusive culture.
Specific goals have been set to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
Gender diversity in the workforce is tracked and reported.
Equal opportunity is promoted in hiring and career development.

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About Us

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Role

Description

vendor security

risk assessment

policy development

data management

repository

liaison

Assist in advancing Acuity’s IT Vendor Risk Management program.
Assist in the management of Data Subject Access Requests (DSAR).
Assist the Acuity Privacy with the management of Employee and Customer data.
Conduct Vendor Security Reviews (VSRs) for all existing and newly onboarded third-party technology vendors.
Prepare and present risk assessments, findings, and recommendations to business stakeholders.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of VRM-related policies and procedures.
Act as a liaison between the Security team and departments such as Legal, Sourcing, HR, and IT.
Maintain a centralized repository of third-party vendors & technologies to monitor risk and compliance.
Assist in the mapping and management of Acuity’s PI/PII relevant data stores.

Requirements

cybersecurity cert

bachelor’s

gdpr

iso 27001

processunity

bitsight

Professional certifications in Cybersecurity, GRC, or Vendor Risk Management
This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
Familiarity with global privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA).
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC); or equivalent experience.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, SOX).
Experience working in a large enterprise environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Hands-on experience with VRM platforms such as ProcessUnity or similar.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Familiarity with vendor risk monitoring tools like BitSight or equivalent.
Excellent time management, problem-solving, and ability to follow structured processes.

Benefits

Culture of Learning and Collaboration: We foster a culture that prioritizes continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional teamwork as core values. You’ll collaborate with experts in Legal, HR, Product Security, Engineering, and more, ensuring your work is always relevant and impactful.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Revenue $3.8b

Annual Revenue 2023

The company generates approximately $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023).

Formed 2001

Year of Reinvention

The company was reinvented as Acuity Brands in 2001, pivoting into lighting and smart building technology.

Acquired 2015

Strategic Acquisitions

The company has made significant strategic acquisitions, including Distech in 2015.

Expansion 2021

Global Expansion

The company expanded its global presence with the acquisition of OSRAM DS in 2021.

Generates roughly $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023), trading publicly under ticker AYI.
Designs and manufactures luminaires, lighting controls, power supplies, skylights and integrated systems.
Typical projects span new‑build and retrofit installations in commercial offices, industrial facilities, institutional campuses, transportation infrastructure and homes.
Under brands like Lithonia, Holophane, Juno and nLight, it blends LED innovation with IoT‑enabled controls.
Stands out with its Atrius IoT platform and a unique combo of lighting, building analytics and smart controls—blurring lines between hardware and software.

Culture + Values

We value transparency and open communication.
We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
We encourage a growth mindset and constant learning.
We prioritize customer satisfaction and focus on delivering results.
We embrace innovation and challenge the status quo.

Environment + Sustainability

2040 Target

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across operations and value chain by 2040.

Efficiency initiatives reduce energy consumption in operations.
Renewable energy sources power their operations.
Sustainability is integral to product development and design.

Inclusion & Diversity

Everyone feels valued in an inclusive culture.
Specific goals have been set to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
Gender diversity in the workforce is tracked and reported.
Equal opportunity is promoted in hiring and career development.

Articles

About Us

Careers