Cyber/IT Risk Analyst

We are seeking a Cyber Risk Analyst to join one of our insurance clients here in Charlotte, NC. As a
Cyber Risk Analyst
, you will play a key role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating enterprise-level cyber risks across multiple technology domains for our client.

Client:
Insurance Industry

Duration:
6-12+ months

Location:
Charlotte, NC – HYBRID (2-3 days a week onsite per week)

Pay:
55-65/HR

Must Have Requirements:

-5+ years of experience it Cyber Risk, IT Risk, or related positions

-Large Industry Experience – preferably Insurance or Financial Services

-AuditBoard Experience (Highly Desired)

-Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, NIST, Cybersecurity Profile) and risk

assessment methodologies.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all relevant security regulations and standards

• Assist and support in any audits including internal audits, external audits, carrier audits.

• Help develop and deliver executive-level reporting across all security and technology domains.

• Collaborate with domain risk owners (AI, cyber, physical, product, and supply chain) to assess, document, and mitigate enterprise-level risks and perform risk assessments.

• Help maintain the Technology Risk Register including reporting of and associated remediation and mitigation activities for cyber risks

• Intake, perform risk analysis, track, and report on policy exceptions

• Help provide independent oversight and validation of security controls, resilience planning, and compliance frameworks.

• Coordinate with internal audit, legal, and corporate risk teams to ensure integration of security risks into the broader enterprise risk posture and framework.

• Foster a culture of ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement in governance and risk management practices.

• Support the integration and maintenance of risk and policy data into the organization's AuditBoard platform.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Experience with AuditBoard

• Experience in enterprise security and technology governance, assurance, or risk management, ideally spanning multiple security disciplines.

• Strong understanding of governance frameworks and their implementation

• Experience in risk management and compliance

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and technology principle and general knowledge of cybersecurity technologies

• Ability to be comfortable working on multiple, complex issues and projects within defined timelines

• Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, NIST, Cybersecurity Profile) and risk assessment methodologies.

Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.