Senior GRC Analyst I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Market‑leading annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible & remote work

Performance‑based bonus

Professional development

Tech of your choice (Mac/PC)

Inclusive & supportive culture

Job summary

Sensiba LLP in Ireland is seeking a Senior GRC Analyst I to lead end‑to‑end engagements across cybersecurity and regulatory compliance for external audit clients. You will plan, test, issue resolution, and ensure high‑quality documentation while managing timelines and client expectations.

You will mentor junior analysts, build strong client relationships, and stay current with industry trends and regulatory developments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, cybersecurity, audit, advisory, or related professional services.
• Experience applying governance, risk, compliance, privacy, or cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior professionals.
• Experience in a consulting, advisory, audit, or professional services environment.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end external audit engagements across cybersecurity and compliance standards.
• Plan, scope, test, resolve issues, and complete engagements with high quality documentation.
• Manage timelines, priorities, and client expectations.
• Serve as day-to-day client contact and build strong relationships.
• Coach and support junior team members and review their work.
• Contribute to training, onboarding, and knowledge sharing.
• Identify opportunities to improve engagement quality and efficiency.
• Keep awareness of industry trends, regulatory developments, and best practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Business, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related field

Job description

Senior GRC Analyst I

Department: Governance, Risk & Compliance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Ireland

Reporting To: Rebecca Barry

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 escape 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 judgment, 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 ranges for this position are outlined below and are subject to change:

• €50,000 - €63,000

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. If you're looking for an environment that offers you growth, success, and professionalism without compromising your family, passions, and life outside of work,

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/car'er 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.