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Overview

At Microsoft, trust is the foundation of every business relationship. This role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team that programmatically helps Microsoft suppliers align with our values and meet rigorous standards for Privacy, Security, and Responsible AI. These standards address cybersecurity risk, regulatory obligations and data subject rights – reinforcing our commitment to the principle: “Microsoft runs on Trust”.

The Supplier Security and Privacy Assurance (SSPA) program is a corporate control that sets requirements for global suppliers and drives compliance with these standards. As Compliance Manager, you will focus on enabling innovative operations while ensuring high-quality compliance records that provide assurance to the company and support auditors during certifications, audits and regulatory inquiries. You will partner with business groups across the company to understand priorities, balancing business enablement and conveying Privacy, Security and Responsible AI policy positions.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute compliance strategies, processes, and tools to anticipate emerging risks and drive scalability.
• Use understanding of policies, laws, and regulations to meet business needs.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align compliance programs with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Establish trusted, collaborative relationships to accelerate decision-making.
• Provide requirements and strategic input for tools and systems that enable efficient, market-leading compliance programs.
• Define, test, and enhance controls to mitigate risks, identify failure points early, and implement innovative solutions.
• Translate compliance standards and processes into a relatable form for teams, business groups, and corporate senior leaders.
• Foster a culture of compliance through education, communication, and proactive risk management across the organization.
• Embody Microsoft’s culture and values

Qualifications

Required/minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Business, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in business, legal/regulatory, compliance, audit/consulting firm OR equivalent experience.

Additional Or Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business, Management, Computer Science), AND 2+ years’ experience in business, legal/regulatory, compliance, audit/consulting firm OR equivalent experience.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification OR an International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Privacy Professional certification OR American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) qualified auditor is preferred. Ability to obtain CISSP or IAPP certification within one year of hire required.
• 1+ years of experience in supplier or third-party management, focusing on compliance, performance, and risk.
• Communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Compliance IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $96,500 - $188,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $123,500 - $206,400 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.