Job Description
Salary Banding: $139,700 - $189,000
About Us
Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data centre hardware that provide the specialised processing power needed to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency required to support its broader adoption.
As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. We are opening a new AI Engineering Campus in Austin, which will play a central role in Graphcore's work building the future of AI computing
Role:
Establish ISO 27001 information security framework and Lead SOC2 readiness
Manage customer audit preparation and support (security, quality, IP protection)
Develop NDA and data handling protocols for customer co-location
Create physical security controls for customer-dedicated lab spaces
Build customer compliance value proposition
Quality Management Systems
Implement ISO 9001 quality framework for test operations
Establish ISO 17025 lab accreditation roadmap
Design document control hierarchy (policies, procedures, work instructions)
Coordinate internal audits across compliance domains
Manage compliance register for certifications, licenses, and audit schedules
Risk & Compliance Operations
Conduct risk assessments for new customer engagements and lab configurations
Implement access control and visitor management for lab environments
Develop incident response procedures for security/IP incidents
Create compliance dashboard showing certification status, audit findings, metrics
Partner with Legal on customer contract compliance requirements
Required Qualifications
5+ years in quality management, information security, or customer compliance roles
Experience with ISO 27001, SOC2, and/or ISO 9001 implementation and audits
Background in data centers, lab, or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of risk assessment and control frameworks
BS/BA degree in Engineering, Information Security, Quality Management, or related field
Proven ability to prepare for and support customer audits successfully
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of ISO 17025 lab accreditation requirements and implementation
Experience with ServiceNow GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) modules
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers a competitive benefits package. We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.