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IT Risk Analyst
Remote |
6-Month Contract-to-Hire
We are seeking an experienced Information Security Risk Analyst II to join our team on a 6-month contract-to-hire basis. In this role, you’ll help safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance by assessing, monitoring, and managing security risks across the organization’s information systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor and assess security risks across systems and their full lifecycle.
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Identify and document sensitive data being stored, processed, or transmitted.
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Apply security principles such as least privilege and least functionality.
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Support incident response by recognizing and reacting to cybersecurity threats.
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Provide actionable risk insights to leadership to support strategic decision-making.
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Develop and maintain comprehensive risk management procedures, including:
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Evaluating risk significance
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Defining mitigation strategies and acceptable risk tolerance
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Implementing ongoing monitoring practices
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Ensuring oversight of the risk management strategy
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Required Skills & Experience:
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Minimum 3 years of experience in Information Security Risk Analysis or Information Security
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Strong understanding of:
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Cybersecurity principles
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Vendor risk management
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Risk management frameworks
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Experience in:
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Information system lifecycle management
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Vendor lifecycle management
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Ability to clearly communicate technical risk scenarios to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Detail-oriented, proactive, and dedicated to continuous improvement
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree (required)
Certifications (required):
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CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control)
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CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician (or equivalent)
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Note: Two certifications are required