Risk Process Technical Specialist (Archer) - 3686743

Lighthouse Technology Services, Inc; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse Technology Services, Inc. is seeking a Risk Process Technical Specialist (Archer) for a 12-18 month contract with hybrid work in Buffalo, NY. You will lead Archer VRM implementations, drive upgrades, and document standards and procedures.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years in Risk Management, strong Archer experience, knowledge of risk appetite and assessments, and solid Agile, eGRC, and cybersecurity credentials. Strong technical writing a must.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience as a Risk Management Generalist
• Strong hands-on experience with Archer VRM or similar tools
• Expertise in Risk Appetite, Identification, and Assessment
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies in practice
• Experience with eGRC platforms and cybersecurity standards
• Proven technical writing skills for clear documentation

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and enhancement strategy for Archer VRM and related tools
• Drive Archer platform upgrade initiatives and configure systems for risk governance
• Document technical compliance standards and operating procedures
• Develop comprehensive test scripts and ensure quality delivery
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual risk reporting and appetite refresh
• Collaborate with tech teams and vendors to assess new tools
• Train team members on centralized control assessment practices and regs
• Establish escalation for remediation of control findings
• Mentor less experienced team members in technical assessments
• Perform deep dives to identify process gaps and governance improvements

Skills

Risk Management

Agile Methodologies

Technical Writing

Audits & Controls

Policy Management

Risk Appetite

Mentoring

Education

CISSP or CRISC certification preferred

Tools

Archer VRM

Vulnerability Scanning Tools

eGRC Platform

Penetration Testing Tools

Job description

Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Risk Process Technical Specialist (Archer) position! This is a 12-18 month contract and will be hybrid in Buffalo, NY. This role will be a W2 employee of Lighthouse Technology Services. No C2C or subcontracting arrangements will be considered.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the implementation and enhancement strategy for centralized control assessment technologies including Archer VRM platform
• Drive major Archer platform upgrade initiatives and configure systems to support enterprise risk governance frameworks
• Design and document technical compliance standards and operational procedures for centralized control assessment technologies
• Develop comprehensive test scripts for platform implementations and upgrades, documenting results and ensuring quality delivery
• Support recurring business-as-usual activities including monthly, quarterly, and annual risk reporting and appetite refresh processes
• Collaborate with technology teams and vendor partners to evaluate emerging tools for vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
• Research industry trends and train team members on evolving centralized control assessment best practices and regulatory requirements
• Establish escalation procedures to track and remediate control assessment findings across the organization
• Mentor and provide direction to less experienced Risk Process team members on technical assessments and methodologies
• Conduct deep dives into issues management, identifying process breakdowns and implementing governance improvements

What You'll Need to Have:

• 20+ years of experience as a Risk Management Generalist with proven ability to work independently without close supervision
• Strong hands-on experience with Archer VRM or similar vulnerability risk management lifecycle solutions
• Demonstrated expertise in Risk Appetite frameworks, Risk Identification, and Risk Assessment processes
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working within Agile environments
• Experience with eGRC platforms, vulnerability assessment tools, and cybersecurity standards
• Proven technical writing skills with ability to develop clear documentation and operational procedures
• Strong background in Audits, Policy Management, and Risk & Controls frameworks
• CISSP or CRISC certification preferred

Pay Range: $55 - $59+/hr