Audit & Risk Mgmt Consultant (Remote EST CST or MST)

RELX; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information and analytics company is seeking a compliance auditor based in Houston, TX. The role involves conducting security assessments, developing project plans, and ensuring audit compliance with federal policies. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and IT security experience. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft tools are essential. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Salary up to $197,100

Annual incentive bonus eligibility

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible paid time off

Qualifications

• IT or security experience, including development, QA, or system administration.
• US Citizenship required; ability to travel 25%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal and customer audits and security assessments.
• Develop project plans and collaborate with agencies.
• Identify and facilitate the resolution of risks and issues.
• Track audit follow-up and remediation activities.
• Liaise with internal teams and third-party auditors.

Skills

IT security experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Access

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint

Proficiency with Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in MIS, Computer Science, or Legal Studies

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Risk Management Solutions

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $197,100
• Annual incentive bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions and employee share purchase options
• Flexible paid time off, including additional paid leave for volunteering and participation in employee resource groups
• Opportunity to work with federal and state agencies in a dynamic team environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal and customer audits and security assessments to ensure compliance with the FBI’s CJIS Security Policy
• Develop project plans and collaborate with agencies to meet audit and assessment requirements
• Identify and facilitate the resolution of risks and issues
• Track audit follow-up and remediation activities, ensuring accurate documentation
• Liaise with internal teams and third-party auditors to enhance understanding and compliance with security policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in MIS, Computer Science, or Legal Studies
• IT or security experience, including development, QA, or system administration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Access, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• US Citizenship required; ability to travel 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Progress towards CISA or CIPP certification
• Experience in compliance assessments, including PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2, and NIST

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