Application Guide

How to Apply for IT and Security Manager

at Compass IGG & Advocacy

🏢 About Compass IGG & Advocacy

Compass IGG & Advocacy uniquely combines investigative genetic genealogy with advocacy work to resolve unidentified missing persons cases ethically. This mission-driven organization handles highly sensitive genetic data and case files, offering the opportunity to contribute technology expertise toward meaningful humanitarian outcomes. Working here means protecting information that could bring closure to families and advance justice.

About This Role

As IT and Security Manager, you'll design and enforce security protocols specifically for protecting sensitive genetic data and missing persons case files in a remote, part-time capacity. You'll serve as the primary gatekeeper for all digital assets while overseeing vendor relationships for new technology implementations. This role directly impacts the organization's ability to securely handle confidential information critical to resolving cases.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing access logs for organizational platforms, coordinating with external contractors on security assessments for new technology implementations, and updating security protocols for sensitive case files. You might participate in management team meetings to provide security status updates while balancing the need for staff/volunteer accessibility with stringent data protection requirements.

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🎯 Who Compass IGG & Advocacy Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years in IT/cybersecurity with specific experience protecting highly sensitive or regulated data (genetic, medical, or legal data preferred)
  • Demonstrates proven expertise in developing comprehensive security protocols and access controls for distributed remote teams
  • Has hands-on experience managing vendor relationships and overseeing external IT/security contractors for risk management projects
  • Possesses strong knowledge of data protection frameworks applicable to genetic information and sensitive case files

📝 Tips for Applying to Compass IGG & Advocacy

1

Highlight specific experience with genetic data protection, medical records security, or similarly regulated sensitive information in your resume

2

Demonstrate understanding of remote security challenges by mentioning tools/protocols you've implemented for distributed teams

3

Reference Compass IGG & Advocacy's mission in your application materials to show alignment with their humanitarian focus

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Provide concrete examples of vendor management and contractor oversight in previous security projects

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Emphasize part-time availability and remote work experience, as this is explicitly a part-time remote position

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience protecting highly sensitive data (genetic, medical, or legal information preferred)', 'Examples of developing security protocols for remote/distributed organizations', "How your technical expertise aligns with Compass IGG & Advocacy's mission of resolving missing persons cases", 'Experience managing vendor relationships and overseeing external IT/security contractors']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Compass IGG & Advocacy's specific cases and their approach to investigative genetic genealogy
  • → Ethical guidelines and regulations surrounding genetic data privacy and missing persons investigations
  • → The organization's current technology stack and platforms (if mentioned in public materials)
  • → How nonprofit advocacy organizations typically structure their IT and security functions
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you design security protocols specifically for genetic data and missing persons case files?
2 Describe your experience managing security for remote teams and distributed digital assets
3 How do you approach vendor selection and oversight for new technology implementations?
4 What frameworks would you use to assess security risks before implementing new platforms?
5 How would you balance accessibility for staff/volunteers with stringent security requirements for sensitive data?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only corporate IT experience without demonstrating understanding of sensitive/regulated data protection
  • Focusing solely on technical skills without showing awareness of the humanitarian mission
  • Presenting generic security approaches without tailoring to genetic data and remote work environments

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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