Principal Information Security Engineer - Governance & Risk (Remote)

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Principal Information Security Engineer – Governance & Risk

The Principal Information Security Engineer – IT Governance & Risk plays a key role in advancing Ferguson’s enterprise cybersecurity risk and governance strategy. This highly visible position leads several critical security programs, including Third-Party Risk Assessment (TPRA), NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) transformation, external security posture management, and cybersecurity risk oversight.

As a senior cybersecurity subject matter expert, this role will drive the continued evolution of Ferguson’s third-party risk program, modernizing assessment processes to improve efficiency, scalability, business customer engagement, and risk-based decision-making. The Principal Engineer will also lead efforts to mature Ferguson’s adoption of the NIST CSF, establishing sustainable governance and measurement practices that align cybersecurity capabilities with enterprise risk and business priorities.

The role also provides strategic oversight of Ferguson’s external security posture and cyber exposure, including BitSight security ratings, continuous third-party monitoring, attack surface visibility, remediation tracking, and executive-level reporting. In addition, this position leads cybersecurity support for Ferguson’s annual cyber insurance renewal, partnering with Risk Management, Legal, and executive leadership to demonstrate control effectiveness, assess readiness against underwriting requirements, and strengthen the organization’s overall risk posture.

Working across Information Security, Technology, Internal Audit, Procurement, Legal, Enterprise Risk Management, and business leadership, the Principal Engineer serves as a trusted advisor on complex cybersecurity risks and governance decisions. This is an opportunity to shape enterprise security programs, influence how cyber risk is measured and managed, and drive meaningful improvements in Ferguson’s overall security maturity and resilience.

Location: This role is approved to be fully remote and can be based anywhere in the United States.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Governance & Risk

• •Lead enterprise cybersecurity risk assessments using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
• •Assess and measure cybersecurity program maturity and find opportunities for improvement.
• •Develop recommendations and remediation plans to address security control gaps and risk exposures.
• •Partner with technology and business teams to improve governance and risk management.
• •Support development and maintenance of security roadmaps, governance processes, and performance metrics.
• •Coordinate independent security assessments, audits, and risk reviews.

Third-Party Risk Management

• •Lead security assessments of vendors, suppliers, and technology partners.
• •Review security questionnaires, penetration test reports, SOC reports, and compliance documentation.
• •Identify, assess, and communicate third-party security risks and remediation recommendations.
• •Support contract reviews to ensure appropriate security requirements are incorporated.

Security Awareness & Education

Contribute and support Ferguson's Security Awareness Program.

Metrics & Reporting

• •Develop dashboards, scorecards, and executive reporting related to cybersecurity risk and program performance.
• •Define and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and security maturity metrics.
• •Leverage automation and reporting tools to improve efficiency and visibility across GRC programs.

Leadership & Influence

• •Serve as a trusted advisor and domain expert for cybersecurity governance and risk management.
• •Develop risk reporting methodologies that translate technical risks into business impact.
• •Partner with business leaders to prioritize remediation efforts based on risk exposure, likelihood, and potential business impact.
• •Support development of cybersecurity and enterprise risk dashboards and executive reporting.
• •Build strong relationships with business and technology customers.
• •Communicate security risks, recommendations, and program performance to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• •Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• •5+ years of experience in Information Security, IT Risk Management, Compliance, IT Audit, Cybersecurity Governance, or related disciplines.
• •Experience conducting security risk assessments and evaluating security controls in on-premises and cloud environments.
• •Experience developing security policies, standards, and governance processes.
• •Experience supporting audits, compliance initiatives, and third-party risk management programs.
• •Experience presenting findings and recommendations to leadership and business stakeholders.
• •Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• •Solid understanding of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, COSO, and IT General Controls.
• •Knowledge of cybersecurity risk management, security governance, third-party risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• •Ability to assess and prioritize risk across applications, infrastructure, cloud services, and vendors.
• •Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• •Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• •Strong stakeholder management and influencing capabilities.
• •Experience with Microsoft technologies, cloud platforms, and security reporting solutions.
• •Ability to lead sophisticated initiatives and drive outcomes through collaboration and influence.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range:

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Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

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$10,594.74 - $18,536.46 -

Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity emplo