Neviar Rawlinson, MBA

IT GRC Manager in Columbia SC

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Building mature governance programs is not about checking boxes. It is about creating systems where compliance, security, and operational workflows work together by design.

Working in governance and process management, I partner with organizations to transform informal practices into structures that can withstand audits, meet regulatory standards, and scale as the business grows. Controls are mapped to frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST, then integrated directly into workflows so compliance becomes part of everyday operations rather than an afterthought.

Grounded in a deep understanding of computer systems and strengthened by advanced study in IT management, I treat every solution as a design challenge. The governance frameworks I build are mapped to real infrastructure, security controls are aligned with operational workflows, and each process is engineered to scale and adapt as environments evolve. This approach turns compliance into an integrated part of system architecture rather than an after the fact requirement.

The goal is to help organizations build governance cultures that are practical, measurable, and sustainable. Outside of project work, time is spent exploring neuroscience, cognitive performance, and human–computer interaction to better understand how people engage with technology.

I share insights on IT governance, process transformation, and career growth in GRC. Let’s connect and create systems that last.

  • Education
    • Limestone University
    • Western Governor's University