Why GRC Teams Are Failing — And How to Fix It with Shobhit Mehta
Release Date: 03/20/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode, Raj Krishnamurthy interviews Shobhit Mehta, Director of Security and Compliance at Headspace, to uncover valuable insights into the evolving world of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). Shobhit shares his controversial perspective on GRC teams overburdening themselves, emphasizing the need for GRC professionals to expand their technical expertise and embrace a product management mindset.
The conversation dives into proactive strategies for GRC success, the importance of integrating privacy into compliance frameworks, and actionable tips for achieving High Trust certification on a budget. Shobhit also reflects on how his endurance sports journey has shaped his approach to discipline and resilience in both his personal and professional life.
Tune in to learn how automation, innovation, and strategic thinking can transform your GRC efforts.
Key Takeaways:
✅ GRC teams often overburden themselves with audits.
✅ Embracing a product manager mindset helps GRC teams drive security initiatives.
✅ Technical knowledge empowers GRC professionals to enhance security programs.
✅ Changing perceptions of GRC within organizations is crucial for success.
✅ Proactive strategies can elevate GRC’s role and reputation.
✅ Integrating privacy into GRC frameworks strengthens compliance efforts.
✅ High Trust certification is achievable on a budget.
✅ Automation can significantly improve GRC efficiency and reduce redundancy.
✅ Overlapping audit timelines minimizes disruption and streamlines processes.
✅ Discipline from endurance sports fosters focus, resilience, and growth.
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If you enjoyed this conversation and want to dive deeper into Shobit Mehta’s insights on GRC, cybersecurity, and building effective security programs, connect with him directly:
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shobhitmehta/
🌐 Company: https://www.headspace.com/