Senior Analyst 1

Sensiba LLP; Ireland; Remote; EUR 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Remote work options

Pension scheme

Market-leading annual leave

Discretionary annual bonus

Professional development (certs)

Job summary

Sensiba LLP in Ireland seeks a Senior GRC Analyst to lead end-to-end external audit engagements across cybersecurity and compliance standards. You will plan, scope, test, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining high-quality documentation.

You will be the main client contact, building relationships, communicating progress, risks, and requirements. The role also involves coaching junior analysts and contributing to ongoing process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, IT, business, risk management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity, audit, advisory, or related professional services.
• Experience applying governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity, privacy, or regulatory frameworks.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior professionals.
• Experience in consulting or professional services environment.
• Strong English communication proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Communicate engagement results and recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Understand client operations, risks, and objectives.
• Support engagement planning, coordination, and execution.
• Coach and mentor GRC Analysts and review junior work.
• Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Contribute to methodologies, templates, and internal processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory developments.
• Identify opportunities to improve engagement quality and efficiency.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

GRC expertise

Cybersecurity

Regulatory frameworks

Client communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, IT, Business, Risk Management, or related field

Job description

Location: Ireland

Department: Governance, Risk & Compliance

Location: Ireland

Compensation: €50,000 - €63,000 / year

Description

The Senior GRC Analyst is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of a diverse portfolio of external audit client engagements across a range of cybersecurity and compliance standards. This includes taking ownership of engagements from planning and scoping through testing, issue resolution, and completion; ensuring audit testing and documentation are completed accurately, consistently, and to a high standard; and proactively managing timelines, priorities, and client expectations.

The Senior GRC Analyst serves as a key day-to-day contact for clients, building strong working relationships and communicating progress, requirements, risks, and challenges clearly and professionally. They are expected to take accountability for the successful delivery of their assigned engagements, exercise sound judgement in resolving issues, and elevate significant risks, delays, or concerns to appropriate internal and client stakeholders when required. The role also includes coaching and supporting junior team members, reviewing their work, providing practical guidance, and helping to maintain consistent quality across the wider audit team.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound professional judgement, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

Only candidates located in Ireland will be considered at this time.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate engagement results and recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Build an understanding of client operations, objectives, risks, and challenges.
• Support engagement planning, coordination, and execution.
• Contribute to a positive client experience through responsiveness, professionalism, and quality delivery.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and informal mentorship to GRC Analysts.
• Review work performed by junior team members and provide constructive feedback.
• Support training, onboarding, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Contribute to team development and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support development of methodologies, templates, tools, and internal processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve engagement quality and efficiency.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging risks, regulatory developments, and evolving best practices.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Business, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, cybersecurity, audit, advisory, consulting, or related professional services roles.
• Experience supporting and applying one or more governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity, privacy, or regulatory frameworks within client or organizational environments.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior professionals.
• Experience working in a consulting, advisory, audit, or professional services environment.
• Experience supporting or leading assessments against common governance, risk, compliance, privacy, or cybersecurity frameworks.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, colleagues, and leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. The anticipated SALARY/HOURLY ranges for this position are outlined below and are subject to change:

• €30,000 - €43,000

When determining compensation, we consider a variety of factors such as a candidate’s professional experience, skills, and qualifications. Please note that final offer amounts may vary from the ranges listed above and may be adjusted over time.

There are many reasons to join the Sensiba team: market-leading leave entitlements, competitive compensation, professional advancement opportunities, and above all — our people.

Sensiba has a robust offering of benefits, including:

• Market-Leading Annual Leave – We offer 30 days of paid annual leave (10 days above the Irish statutory minimum), plus an additional 5 days of paid leave for our firm's mid-year shutdown in July. You will also have access to personal/carer's leave, parental leave, and volunteer days.
• Pension Scheme – Plan for your future with our company-supported pension program.
• Flexible & Remote Work – We are a remote-first firm. Enjoy the flexibility of working from home, with WeWork subscriptions and access to local office hubs available for those who value face-to-face collaboration.
• Performance-Based Bonus – Recognition for your contributions through our annual discretionary bonus program.
• Professional Development – We invest in your expertise through tuition reimbursement, support for professional certifications (ACA, ACCA, CPA etc.), and dedicated mentorship.
• Tech of Your Choice – We offer your choice of a high-spec Mac or PC setup.
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture – DEI initiatives, employee resource groups, and comprehensive wellness programs.