GRC Analyst: Elevate Policy, Risk & Compliance

Benesch Law; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a GRC Analyst to join its security division in Chicago on a hybrid schedule with work-from-home flexibility. The role focuses on implementing, executing, and continuously improving the organization's GRC program, aligning risk management and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in information security and governance, knowledge of ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2, and NIST CSF/800-53, strong analytical and documentation skills, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Six years of experience in governance, risk and compliance roles.
• Experience with GRC software platforms and evaluating controls.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, and updates security and compliance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Leads third-party risk management activities and vendor assessments.
• Maintains enterprise risk register and tracks remediation activities.
• Supports audits and regulatory compliance efforts including frameworks such as ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2, NIST CSF/800-53, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Security mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security / Cybersecurity / IT / Business

Tools

SIG

Archer

OneTrust

LogicGate

ZenGRC

Job description

Benesch is seeking a GRC Analyst to join its security division in Chicago on a hybrid schedule with work-from-home flexibility. The role focuses on implementing, executing, and continuously improving the organization's GRC program, aligning risk management and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in information security and governance, knowledge of ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2, and NIST CSF/800-53, strong analytical and documentation skills, and excellent