IT Risk and Compliance Analyst

Greenberg Traurig, PA; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, PA is seeking an IT Risk and Compliance Analyst to lead the firm’s third-party risk management program. The role involves evaluating vendor risks, performing due diligence, and collaborating with the security team to enhance information security and resilience across offices on a hybrid basis.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, experience with compliance issues related to sensitive data, and the ability to operate independently in a

Qualifications

• Understanding information security concepts, IT and third-party risk management practices.
• Experience handling compliance issues involving sensitive data preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead third-party risk management design, development, and governance.
• Perform vendor information security due diligence and assess controls.
• Conduct risk assessments for vendor relationships and client inquiries (RFPs).
• Collaborate with teams to communicate risk findings and provide recommendations to management.
• Develop and monitor KPI/KRI for the third-party risk program and ensure policy updates.

Skills

IS concepts

Compliance issues

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Multitasking

Independent work

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Technology Team as an IT Risk and Compliance Analyst located in various offices.

We are seeking a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can‑do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role can be based in various offices on a hybrid basis. This role reports to the Technology Security Manager.

Position Summary

The IT Risk and Compliance Analyst will take a lead in the ongoing design, development, and management of the firm's third-party risk management program. The position will consist of developing, monitoring, and assessing risks regarding vendor and partner relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Completes vendor risk assessments submitted by clients and prospective clients (RFP)
• Responds to client Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and questionnaires related to security
• Performs information security due diligence on third party vendors to determine the effectiveness of their controls to protect the firm's data, identify any discrepancies and provide recommendations to management
• Assesses client needs against security concerns and resolves various risk issues
• Develops, implements, assigns, and monitors third party vendor assessments
• Executes and documents assessment activities following established processes and procedures
• Performs third party reviews to assess vendor information security posture and practices
• Keeps abreast of regulatory and compliance related information to enhance the third-party due diligence program
• Collaborates with team members to provide subject matter expertise with respect to the Firm's third-party risk management program and to create and update documents and presentations that can be used to inform internal employees, external auditors, or internal auditors about the Firm's third-party risk management program
• Contributes to the continuous improvement, including automation where possible, of all aspects of the third-party risk management program based on expert knowledge, industry best practices, business objectives, and risk tolerance, keeping the program relevant and in alignment with the business objectives
• Leads third party risk threat notification to third party vendors by assessing vendor risk, impact, and response to third (e.g., assessing Log4Shell vendor impact and response communications)
• Tracks vendor mitigation progress of identified threats and risks
• Develops, implements, monitors KPI, KRI for third party risk management program
• Develops and updates third party risk management program policies, procedures, and best practices
• Actively participates in outside Third-Party Risk Management communities
• Works with the security team to develop, manage, and maintain the Firm's Information Security Program, security awareness programs, insider threat programs, etc.
• Identifies Information Security & Business Continuity risks to senior management & make recommendations for corrective actions/mitigation of risks
• Works assess BCP/DR compliance status of third-party vendors and communicates their status/impact to the firm's BCP/DR team
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

• Understanding information security (IS) concepts, IT, information security awareness and third-party risk management processes, methodologies, and practices
• Experience working with compliance issues dealing with sensitive data preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently and effectively while exercising sound judgment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization from analyst level to C‑suite
• Explain and articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and follow basic troubleshooting steps to work through issues
• Demonstrate basic project management and documentation skills to manage multiple parallel work streams
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively under pressure, completing assignments with short lead times and tight deadlines while delivering superior service to clients and stakeholders
• As a specialist on complex technical and business matters, work is highly independent. May assume a