IT GRC Co-Op

Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Somerset
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide. Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking an IT GRC Co-Op as part of the IT team based in Somerset, NJ . Role Overview The IT GRC Co-Op will support risk register management, stakeholder engagement, audit support, and policy/framework alignment. This role is ideal for students interested in information security and cybersecurity frameworks. Co-Op Duration : 1-year Co-Op position. Key Responsibilities Assist in documenting risks identified through audits, assessments, and incident reviews. Track remediation progress and update risk status in the central risk register. Assign and follow up with risk owners to ensure timely closure of action items. Coordinate with process and control owners to gather updates and evidence for compliance activities. Follow up on incomplete documentation and delinquent responses related to user access reviews and third-party risk assessments. Assist in collecting and organizing evidence for internal and external audits. Participate in walkthroughs and control testing activities. Support updates to the IT GRC framework and cybersecurity policy documents. Help align risk documentation with NIST CSF 2.0 and SEC disclosure requirements. Requirements Open to undergraduate students; preference for graduate students. Major in Information Security or Cybersecurity. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Teamwork and collaboration abilities. Initiative and problem-solving skills. Ability to commit to hybrid work. Li-BG1 Li-Contract Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work. Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contract employees are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. EEO Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions. For information related to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.

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