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Technology Risk is looking for a motivated, technologically savvy Technology Risk Analyst who will support the management and governance of technology risk. We are seeking a candidate with a solid grasp of information security, risk management, and technology controls.
This position is strategically placed as a center point for the management of Information Technology and Information Security risk and will work closely with collaborators across the organization to ensure the security and compliance of our systems. The ideal candidate will be able to engage and educate our peer groups, internal customers, and senior leadership about substantial risk initiatives and updates. Key responsibilities include:
- Project leadership and risk resolution: Leads analytics to resolve identified program gaps and maintain or improve the risk and security posture of the company.
- Technology risk assessments: Performs technology risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and aid in the prioritization of potential risks in the organization's technology systems and processes
- Investment decision support: The Technology Risk Analyst is responsible for supporting the investment decision process by executing analytics, identifying trends from risk, threat, and regulatory input channels to determine new information security solutions using standard methodologies.
- Risk management engagement: Collaborates with risk SMEs in the team to develop and implement risk management strategies.
- Strategic recommendations and decision support: Delivers strategic recommendations and assisting decision makers with recommendations applying qualitative and quantitative risk management approaches.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
- A consistent track record in information security and risk management
- Solid grasp of information security principles and methodologies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding ability to engage collaborators both verbally and visually
- Ability to deliver under time constraints and handle various tasks and projects at the same time
- Tried ability to build credible relationships with peers in a highly interactive working environment
- Competence towards change and eagerness for continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 or more years of experience in Technology Risk with an Information Security focus
- Experience in the financial services industry, particularly with large banks
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC
Salary Range: $85,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
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- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
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