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Compliance and Risk Program Manager

MagicSchool AI

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Original Job Summary

About MagicSchool AI

MagicSchool is the premier generative AI platform for teachers. In just over 2 years, more than 6 million educators worldwide have joined our platform. Experience working with a top team at a fast growing company focused on making real social impact, engaging with a passionate community.

Role Overview

The Compliance and Risk Program Manager will design, lead, and scale MagicSchool AI’s global compliance program. The role focuses on SOC 2 readiness, FERPA, COPPA, and international data protection frameworks, working closely with engineering, product, and other cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead SOC 2 readiness and audits ensuring proper controls and testing.
  • Ensure compliance with FERPA, COPPA and advise product teams.
  • Collaborate within Agile teams to embed privacy-by-design principles.
  • Partner with technical teams across cloud platforms like AWS, GCP or Azure.
  • Oversee global privacy laws compliance for international expansion (GDPR, PIPEDA).
  • Develop risk frameworks and manage policies for data handling and incident response.
  • Educate non-technical teams on compliance responsibilities.
  • Deliver compliance training and monitor compliance KPIs.

Qualifications

  • Over 5 years in risk, compliance or information security roles, preferably in SaaS or edtech.
  • Proven track record with SOC 2 audits (Type I/II).
  • Strong understanding of FERPA, COPPA, and related data protection frameworks.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and integrating compliance into workflows.
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and risk management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Relevant certifications such as CIPP/US, CIPM, CISA, or CISSP are a plus.

Why Join MagicSchool AI?

  • Work on cutting-edge AI technology that directly impacts educators.
  • Join a mission-driven team committed to advancing education.
  • Flexible work from home with a supportive, inclusive culture.
  • Enjoy unlimited time off, comprehensive health benefits, and stock options.
  • Benefit from employer-paid insurance, 401k match, and wellness stipends.

Key Skills/Competency

SOC2, FERPA, COPPA, GDPR, risk management, compliance, Agile, cloud security, policy development, stakeholder engagement

How to Get Hired at MagicSchool AI

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it highlighting compliance and risk skills.
  • Emphasize audit experience: Detail SOC2 and regulatory successes.
  • Showcase Agile collaboration: Mention cross-functional teamwork examples.
  • Research MagicSchool AI: Understand their mission and community.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review SOC2 audit best practices.
Familiarize with cloud security controls.
Study global data protection regulations.
Brush up on Agile compliance integration.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging audit project.
Explain a time you influenced policy change.
Share a collaboration success story.
Discuss handling high-stake risks.