Information Technology - Business Analyst

Compunnel, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Chicago is looking for a Business Analyst to support the development of Risk Metrics Dashboards for their Information Security programs. This role will require a strong background in Information Security, excellent analytical and communication skills, along with 3–5 years of experience as a Business Analyst. You will collaborate with stakeholders to define reporting requirements and validate key metrics, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Competitive compensation is offered, making it a prime opportunity in the technology sector.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience as a Business Analyst in Information Security.
• Understanding of information security domains and metrics.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business language.

Responsibilities

• Define business and reporting requirements for risk metrics.
• Validate KPIs, KRIs, and compliance metrics.
• Collaborate with data teams to design dashboards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Information Security/Technology or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Information Technology - Business Analyst

01/06/2026

Contract

Active

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Information Technology – Business Analyst (IT) will support the development of Risk Metrics Dashboards for Information Security programs.

This role is responsible for translating business and security requirements into clear, actionable specifications for reporting and analytics, enabling stakeholders to gain visibility into security risks, controls, and program performance.

The role requires strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, along with a solid understanding of information security domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Information Security program owners to define business and reporting requirements for risk metrics and dashboards
• Analyze, document, and validate KPIs, KRIs, and compliance metrics across key Information Security domains, including:
• Identity Authentication and Authorization
• Identity Governance and Administration
• Privileged Access Management
• Security Operations
• Data Protection
• Collaborate with data engineering and visualization teams to design dashboard layouts and ensure accurate, meaningful data representation
• Facilitate requirements workshops, stakeholder interviews, gap analyses, and working sessions
• Develop functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria to support dashboard development
• Ensure alignment of dashboards and metrics with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk management frameworks
• Support testing, validation, and user acceptance of dashboards prior to deployment
• Prepare and maintain documentation, user guides, and training materials for end users

Required Qualifications

• College or university degree, or equivalent practical experience, in Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field
• 3–5 years of professional experience, with significant experience serving as a Business Analyst within Information Security initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Ability to translate complex technical and security concepts into clear, business-friendly language
• Knowledge of information security best practices and data privacy regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Experience supporting risk, compliance, or governance-focused reporting initiatives
• Familiarity with enterprise information security programs and metrics frameworks

Primary Skills