IT Risk and Governance Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an IT Risk and Governance Analyst in Bournemouth for a 3-month contract. The role involves supporting a Technology Transformation Programme, managing risk assessment tasks, and developing governance frameworks. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and experience in enterprise technology services. Join a dynamic team and contribute to enhancing risk management practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise technology services and support.
• Understanding of enterprise IT environments, including cybersecurity.
• Proficiency in data analysis and report creation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing risk identification control strategies.
• Review and analyze internal and external technology issues.
• Prepare reports on technology risk and governance performance.

Skills

ITIL

Asset Management

Data Analysis

Risk governance

Automation

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Python

PowerAutomate

Job description

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IT Risk and Governance Analyst, Bournemouth

Client: Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

IT Risk and Governance Analyst – Bournemouth – 3 month contract

We are seeking an analytical mind, with an eye for detail, procedures and technical acumen, to help the business implement and run a new IT risk management framework. This is a role supporting a Technology Transformation Programme and maintaining oversight over current operational technology and applications.

• Assist the implementation of risk identification control strategies, including creating learning materials, templates, and facilitating workshops.
• Support horizon scanning exercises to identify new and emerging risks, working with Legal and Compliance teams on regulatory changes.
• Manage changes to risk taxonomy and reference library to support technology risk assessment.

Risk and Event Analysis

• Review and analyze internal and external technology issues and risk events, updating a knowledge base for organizational learning.
• Assist in risk control assessments, control testing, and deep dives into technology issues and risks.
• Support vendor risk assessments, controls assurance, and compliance attestations with third-party risk & assurance specialists.

Risk Controls and Management

• Assist in developing the technology governance framework and controls library, supporting policy and standard development.
• Manage the IT controls library, review change requests, and analyze control performance.
• Support GRC platform operations, including maintaining runbooks and improving service processes.

Risk Governance and Compliance

• Manage the service interface for Technology Service Governance, including FAQs, demand management, and metrics analysis.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of governance decisions and manage exceptions and risk acceptances.
• Support audits, certifications, and resolution of audit findings.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare reports on technology risk and governance performance.
• Maintain documentation for governance procedures, project updates, and audits.
• Develop visualizations to enhance communication of technology risks.
• Promote learning and awareness campaigns throughout the business.
• Research new technology risk tools and models to improve services and knowledge.
• Support the development of team members in the Technology Services Governance team.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience with enterprise technology services, support, or administration, including ITIL and asset management.
• Understanding of enterprise IT environments, including cloud, cybersecurity, and applications.
• Experience deploying and operating IT controls and procedures.
• Knowledge of IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis and report creation using PowerBI, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Ability to automate tasks using PowerAutomate, Python, or similar scripting languages.