Why 35–40% of GRC Jobs Are Now Remote (And How to Land One)

Hello there!

Welcome to this week's newsletter. Today we're talking about why 35–40% of GRC jobs are now remote—and how you can position yourself to land one.

THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE

Let me show you what's happening in the market right now:

According to Concertium's 2025 industry analysis, 35–40% of all GRC positions now offer remote work — that's a 200% increase from pre-pandemic rates.

A quick search on Indeed this week? 106 remote GRC analyst positions posted right now.

And according to ZipRecruiter and Glassdoor salary data, the average GRC analyst earns $97,659 — with top performers bringing home $145,000–$197,000+.

Compare that to Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts who monitor live alerts 24/7 and often work nights, weekends, and holidays.

GRC professionals? Standard business hours. Documentation-heavy. Asynchronous work that can be done from anywhere with WiFi.

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WHY GRC WENT REMOTE (WHEN OTHER CYBERSECURITY ROLES DIDN'T)

Think about what GRC analysts actually do:

• Policy writing — Can you write a security policy from Montana? Absolutely.
• Risk assessments — Virtual meetings work just as well as in-person ones. Often better.
• Audit preparation — All the documentation is digital anyway.
• Compliance frameworks — NIST, SOC 2, ISO 27001 don't care where you're sitting when you implement them.

The pandemic proved something companies suspected but hadn't tested: GRC work doesn't need a physical office. It needs sharp minds, solid frameworks, and strong communication skills.

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WHO'S HIRING REMOTE GRC PROFESSIONALS?

The industries leading remote GRC hiring might surprise you:

• Financial services (32% of remote GRC positions) — Banks, investment firms, insurance companies
• Healthcare (24%) — Health systems, pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers
• Technology (21%) — And they're paying the highest salaries: $115,000–$190,000
• Government contractors (14%) — Yes, even government work is going remote
• Energy and utilities (9%) — Environmental compliance, safety standards

Companies like CareSource, Vanguard, major healthcare systems, and countless tech startups are actively hiring remote GRC talent.

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THIS WORKS FOR YOU IF…

Remote GRC roles are especially powerful if:

• ✓ You're a parent who needs flexibility — school pickup doesn't care about your commute time
• ✓ You live in a smaller city or rural area — the best cybersecurity jobs just came to you
• ✓ You're done with commuting — get those 10+ hours per week back
• ✓ You're an international professional — some US companies hire globally for GRC roles
• ✓ You want real work–life balance — not the kind companies promise but never deliver

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"BUT I DON'T HAVE REMOTE CYBERSECURITY EXPERIENCE"

Neither did Sarah when she started.

Here's what she did:

• Learned the frameworks — NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2 (the language employers speak)
• Built a portfolio — documentation samples that proved she could do the work
• Positioned herself as "remote-ready" — updated her LinkedIn to show she understood virtual collaboration
• Emphasized communication skills — the #1 thing companies worry about with remote hires

The companies hiring remote GRC professionals aren't looking for someone who's already done the exact job remotely. They're looking for someone who can clearly demonstrate they'll thrive in a remote environment.

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STEP 1: FIND OUT IF GRC IS RIGHT FOR YOU

Before you start applying for remote GRC roles, you need to answer one question:

Is GRC actually the best cybersecurity path for you?

STEP 1: Find out if GRC is right for you. 👉 Take my FREE Career Fit Assessment (5 Minutes)

It takes 5 minutes and shows you which cybersecurity path aligns with your strengths — including whether remote GRC is your best starting point.

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STEP 2: JOIN ME AT THE FINAL VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

Join me for the FINAL Virtual Open House session on December 14th, where I'll show you:

• ✓ The 8 cybersecurity domains — and why most DON'T require coding
• ✓ Which GRC roles match YOUR background (teacher, PM, healthcare, finance, HR, military)
• ✓ Why GRC is AI-proof when other entry-level cyber roles aren't
• ✓ Real success stories: How career changers are landing $85K–$100K roles
• ✓ Your exact next step to start this transition

Plus: Everyone who attends live gets 20% off the $100K Cyber Career Challenge — my 3-day intensive where we build your personalized roadmap, including how to position yourself for remote roles.

This is the last session before the holidays. After this, I'm taking a break until the new year.

👉 Register here for the Virtual Open House

If remote work, flexibility, and a high-impact cybersecurity career are important to you, don't sit this one out.

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To your success, Dr. Rose Shumba Creator, Tech Switch Success System Featured in The New York Times

P.S. Wondering if you can land a remote GRC role without relocating? Short answer: yes. At the Virtual Open House, I'll show you why GRC work is designed for remote — and in the Challenge, we'll cover exactly how to position yourself for location-independent opportunities. Save your seat here.

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