Risk Analyst

Apex Systems; Merrifield (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K

ESPP

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Merrifield, VA seeks a Risk Analyst to support the risk function by evaluating risks and proposing mitigation strategies. Hybrid work with on-site three days a week and regular collaboration with management.

The role focuses on financial or operational risk, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and 1–5 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of auditing techniques and regulatory requirements is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Auditing, or related field.
• 1–5 years of experience; basic understanding of the business and operating environment.
• Knowledge of risk-based auditing techniques and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with project management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan the research for and development of specialized risk assessment scopes.
• Collaborate with management and personnel to optimize risk assessment scope development.
• Identify potential business risks, operational and regulatory process deficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Gather and synthesize data; present conclusions and offer risk mitigation, remediation, and process improvement solutions to management.
• Lead or conduct the administration of specialized risk assessment and testing lifecycles of business activities, processes, policies, and procedures for operational effectiveness and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/ auditing

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job#: 3053682

Job Description:

Risk Analyst

Location: Merrifield, Virginia (Hybrid)

Alternate Location: Pensacola, FL, or Vienna, VA (Hybrid)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Risk Analyst to support the operation of the risk function. The role involves evaluating and analyzing risks of varying complexity and identifying and implementing solutions to mitigate those risks. This position may focus on financial or operational risk and will provide advice to management based on this knowledge. The ideal candidate will be a developing professional with a basic skill set and proficiency with relevant procedures and techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan the research for and development of specialized risk assessment scopes.
• Collaborate with management and personnel to optimize risk assessment scope development.
• Identify potential business risks, operational and regulatory process deficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Gather and synthesize data; present conclusions and offer risk mitigation, remediation, and process improvement solutions to management.
• Lead or conduct the administration of specialized risk assessment and testing lifecycles of business activities, processes, policies, and procedures for operational effectiveness and compliance.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Auditing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

Experience: Experience level of 1-5 years. Basic understanding of the business and operating environment. Experience with project management skills.

Technical Skills: Knowledge and understanding of risk-based auditing techniques and methodologies. Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices. Knowledge of operational and regulatory risk controls concepts and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position with the expectation to report onsite a minimum of three days per week. The work schedule is 8:00am - 4:30pm local time. Interviews for this position will be conducted on-site.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Everforth Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of Everforth, Inc.

NYSE: EFOR

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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