Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst - Hybrid, Atlanta or Columbus, GA

Global Payments Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the payment technology sector is seeking a Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst to enhance their IT risk program. This hybrid role involves risk analysis, compliance reporting, and collaboration across teams, requiring strong technical and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement options

Qualifications

• Typically at least 4 years of related professional experience.
• Strong technical skills or aptitude, assertive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Support IT risk program development and enforcement.
• Perform risk assessments and manage risk intake.
• Develop and present IT risk reports for compliance.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience

Master's Degree in a related field

Tools

Certifications (PCI, SSCP, CISSP, AWS, CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, GRCP)

Job description

Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst - Hybrid, Atlanta or Columbus, GA

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Summary of This Role

This role involves supporting the development, implementation, and enforcement of the IT Risk program, including risk analysis, risk intake management, and risk assessments. The analyst performs functions related to technology risks, develops reporting processes, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Regular training on compliance issues is also part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to develop IT risk management practices, oversee risk/issue management, and perform risk assessments using technical skills.
• Participate in IT risk activities across the company, including identifying and analyzing IT applications, processes, and systems, and creating risk assessment roadmaps.
• Assist in complex risk assessments, such as SPOF assessments during M&A activities, which may require international travel.
• Maintain and administer a centralized risk management repository, ensuring conformance within risk tolerance guidelines.
• Develop and present IT risk reports for business units, executives, and the Board, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Recommend and implement improvements to risk procedures and practices to maintain a proactive compliance program.
• Adhere to operational risk policies based on global regulatory standards and assess the implementation of risk management processes.
• Other duties as assigned, with some travel required; work hours are Monday - Friday, with a hybrid schedule (2-3 days onsite) based out of Atlanta or Columbus, GA.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience in a related field; relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
• Typically at least 4 years of related professional experience.
• Strong technical skills or aptitude, assertive work ethic, excellent communication and presentation skills, and ability to multitask and analyze.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• Previous experience at Global Payments or in the payment/technology industry is preferred.
• Certifications such as PCI, SSCP, CISSP, AWS, CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, or GRCP are advantageous.

Global Payments offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, paid time off, retirement options, and more. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. The position is ineligible for referral bonuses and requires some travel.