Alpaca

Developer APIs for stocks and crypto trading, investing apps, and embedded fintech.

Cyber, AI Risk Analyst

Full TimeRemoteTeam 201-500H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Bachelor Degree1 yr expExperience acceptedEnglishCloudCyber Security

Job Description

• Support the execution of Alpaca’s cybersecurity risk management program • Conduct cyber risk assessments across cloud infrastructure, APIs, trading systems, and internal platforms • Assist in identifying, documenting, and evaluating AI-related risks (model risk, data privacy, bias, explainability, adversarial threats, model misuse) • Help develop and maintain AI governance controls aligned with evolving regulatory expectations, such as the EU AI Act • Perform third-party/vendor security and AI risk assessments • Contribute to control testing across frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, CSA Star, NIST CSF, and emerging AI governance standards • Track remediation efforts and maintain risk registers and reporting dashboards • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and evidence • Monitor regulatory developments related to cybersecurity, financial services, and AI governance • Help mature policies, standards, and procedures for both cyber and AI domains.

Job Requirements

  • 1+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, IT audit, GRC, or a related field - internships, coursework, or equivalent experience is welcome
  • Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles (network security, cloud security, IAM, application security, vulnerability management)
  • Familiarity with common frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or similar
  • Understanding of AI/ML concepts and associated risks (data governance, model bias, hallucinations, prompt injection, model misuse, etc.) - you don’t need to be an expert, just curious
  • Strong written communication and documentation skills
  • Ability to assess technical risks and clearly communicate them to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience working cross-functionally with engineering and product teams
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary & Stock Options
  • Health Benefits
  • New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
  • Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card

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