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Technology Risk Analyst

RiskRiskFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000Since 1937H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

9 days ago

Salary

$75K - $85K / year

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglishAWSAzureCloudCyber SecuritySDLC

Job Description

• Align organizational controls to NIST CSF 2.0 and other relevant frameworks, translating policies into measurable technical standards and control requirements • Maintain continuous SOC 2 Type II readiness by managing the year-round evidence lifecycle and validating control effectiveness across all Trust Services Criteria using GRC tools • Conduct and support technology and cybersecurity risk assessments across key domains, including IAM, change management, incident response, vulnerability management, logging and monitoring, cloud/SaaS, data protection, endpoint security, and backup/disaster recovery • Monitor control performance and risk telemetry against established thresholds, proactively identifying, escalating, and addressing at-risk controls before critical failure points are reached • Lead corrective action plans (CAPs) for identified gaps, partnering with control owners to drive timely remediation and root cause resolution • Perform risk-based assessments of critical third parties, including SaaS, AI, and cloud providers, evaluating SOC reports and security posture against internal risk standards • Document control design and operating effectiveness, including process narratives, control mappings, and evidence standards • Serve as a liaison for internal and external audits, providing clear, defensible documentation and rationale for control decisions • Develop executive dashboards and reporting that provide visibility into framework alignment, control health, and audit readiness, enabling proactive risk insights for leadership • Collaborate cross-functionally with business and technology teams to embed security and risk standards into products and services and support timely, comprehensive risk reporting to senior leadership • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Risk, Finance/Accounting, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 3+ years of experience in technology risk, information security, IT audit, compliance, GRC, or IT operations
  • CRISC, CISA, or similar certification preferred
  • Cloud certifications such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) preferred
  • Working knowledge of identity and access management principles, including least privilege, multi-factor authentication, and access reviews
  • Familiarity with SDLC and change management controls, incident management processes, vulnerability management, and basic security monitoring concepts
  • Understanding of third-party risk management practices and penetration testing processes
  • General knowledge of networking, operating systems, enterprise IT systems, and cloud computing concepts
  • Familiarity with security and risk management frameworks such as NIST and SOC 2
  • Proficiency with spreadsheets, documentation platforms, ticketing/work management tools (e.g., Jira), and collaboration tools
  • Ability to translate complex security concepts into clear, actionable communication for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills with high attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and influence multiple stakeholders across functions through clear written and verbal communication
  • Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes
  • Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
  • Competitive dental and vision benefits
  • 401(k) + match
  • Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
  • A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance
  • Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
  • Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Career development opportunities
  • Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching

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