IT Risk

Our client is seeking an experienced IT Risk and Compliance Analyst. You will support the client’s IT Risk Management and compliance programs. This includes identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to the IT environment and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and policies. You will also collaborate with stakeholders to implement and maintain a robust IT Governance framework.

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Role & Responsibilities

Risk Management:

• Develop, support, and maintain an IT risk management framework, including policies, procedures, and control mechanisms, to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor IT risks across the organization.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, gap analyses, and control testing to evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls and identify potential threats to the IT environment and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with IT, business units, and other stakeholders to implement risk mitigation strategies and remediation plans for identified control deficiencies.
• Provide support with third-party risk management activities and administration, including compliance documentation collection, contract reviews, contract negotiation, and technology cost analysis.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk management activities.
• Design, build, and maintain key risk and performance indicators to help measure the department’s effectiveness in managing technology risk and service delivery.

Compliance:

• Ensure IT processes adhere to and maintain compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA, SOX, etc.), data privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA), and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST).
• Stay current with changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices and ensure the organization remains compliant.
• Perform regular compliance reviews and assessments.
• Help coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and helping IT control owners address audit findings.
• Facilitate the reviews of IT Audit Management Responses with the IT Leadership team.
• Develop and maintain IT compliance documentation, including policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Adherence to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations. To that end, ensure timely and accurate preparation of Currency Transaction Reports, Suspicious Activity Reports and other recordkeeping requirements.

Governance:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of the IT governance framework.
• Monitor adherence to IT governance policies and procedures and report non-compliance.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on IT risk management and compliance practice

Incident Management:

• Assist in the investigation and review of IT incidents and problems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Conduct Post Incident Reviews and follow up on remediation activities and reporting.

Internal Controls:

• Evaluate and enhance internal controls over IT systems and processes.
• Work with internal and external auditors during audits and reviews.
• Ensure that IT controls are effectively designed and operating as intended.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and present risk and compliance reports to senior management and relevant committees, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Maintain detailed records of risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident investigations.
• Provide documentation and support for external audits and regulatory inquiries.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of IT systems, controls, security practices, relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and present complex information clearly.
• Proven project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in risk management tools and technologies (e.g., GRC software, data analytics tools).
• Strong understanding of IT systems, controls, security practices, relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and present complex information clearly.
• Proven project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in risk management tools and technologies (e.g., GRC software, data analytics tools).

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior Banking or Financial Services experience.
• Certified Public Accountant certification a plus.

About Proliance:

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Why Work for Us?

Proliance Consulting offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes the following:

• Medical: Proliance covers 50% of our employee’s premiums and 25% of any dependents on a plan administered through Regence
• Vision: Proliance covers 50% of our employee’s premiums and 25% of any dependents on a plan administered through Regence.
• Dental: Proliance offers a plan administered by Delta Dental.
• Retirement: Proliance offers a matching 401K savings plan for pre-tax or Roth retirement savings.
• Direct Deposit: Proliance offers direct deposit to all employees.
• Safe/Sick Time Off: Proliance offers accrued paid time off to all employees.
• Paperless Pay Statements: Proliance offers the flexibility to view and manage your paycheck online
• Employee Referral Program: Proliance offers competitive bonuses for employee referrals.

Proliance Consulting provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Proliance Consulting complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.