Senior IT Risk Analyst

Rockland Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior IT Risk Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in identifying and managing IT risks. This position allows you to leverage your expertise in IT audit and risk assessment while mentoring others and shaping the future of IT risk management. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance processes and drive informed decision-making. With a commitment to a healthy work-life balance, this organization offers a generous benefits package, including competitive compensation and wellness programs. If you are passionate about risk management and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K Plan

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Program

Day Care Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in IT audit or risk assessment.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess IT risks to ensure effective management.
• Lead risk assessments and document findings.

Skills

IT Audit

Risk Assessment

Control Testing

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

CIS Framework

NIST Framework

COBIT Framework

ISO Standards

Job description

Rockland Trust is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior IT Risk Analyst to join its first line of defense IT Risk Management team. This role is essential in identifying and assessing IT risks, formalizing and testing mitigating controls, and supporting & shaping the continued maturation of the IT risk management program.

The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of experience in IT audit and/or control testing, with a demonstrated ability to excel in both independent and collaborative environments.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, assess, and document IT risks to validate that potential risks are known and managed effectively and adequately
• Conduct inherent and residual risk assessments utilizing the results of risk assessment and control testing activities
• Lead and document walkthroughs to validate understanding of controls, identify gaps, and gather necessary evidence to support thorough risk assessments
• Effectively challenge stakeholders to ensure accurate, comprehensive, and timely responses to inquiries, requests, or other asks
• Coach and mentor less experienced team members to facilitate their development in IT risk management practices, particularly control testing
• Aggregate, analyze, and report risk assessment results and provide actionable insights that drive informed decision-making and improvements
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure and other stakeholders to strengthen relationships and embed IT risk management practices within the broader First Line of Defense
• Contribute to and support the growth of the IT risk management program by promoting risk awareness and best practices across the organization

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar field
• 4-6 years of technology audit or risk assessment experience, including design assessment and control testing
• Experience coaching and mentoring team members in a professional setting
• Proven ability to articulate and defend the process used, and conclusions reached, in executing risk assessments and control testing
• Ability to thoughtfully and effectively develop recommendations for process and control enhancement/ remediation based on assessment results, promoting collaboration and acceptance
• Work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a broader team and organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to lead and participate in team discussions with key stakeholders and team members
• Understanding of relevant risk frameworks such as CIS, NIST, COBIT, or ISO
• CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CISM, or other industry-recognized risk and information assurance certifications are preferred

Our goal is to offer our colleagues the most generous benefits package possible. We strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package and an environment that supports a healthy work-life balance. Benefits include: competitive compensation with performance incentive awards, health insurance, dental insurance, a 401K and DC plan, LTD & life insurance, day care reimbursement, tuition assistance, an award-winning wellness program, and more!

At Rockland Trust, you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is given the chance to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.