Senior Security Risk Analyst - AI & Automation

Okta; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Okta is seeking a Staff Security Risk Analyst in New York to identify, assess, monitor, and report operational, security, and compliance risks. You will drive automation, build AI-enabled risk workflows, and partner with cross-functional teams to elevate risk visibility and governance.

The role requires 7+ years in risk management, hands-on experience with Python/APIs, and security certifications; strong communication and ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in security risk management and hands-on technical experience.
• Experience building automated workflows, scripts (Python/APIs), and AI agentic solutions.
• Certification in security (CRISC, CISA, CISM, CISSP) or equivalent.
• Experience with ISO, PCI, NIST CSF, COSO and related frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, monitor, and report on risks top to bottom.
• Drive automation across risk lifecycle and AI-enabled workflows.
• Evaluate control effectiveness and drive remediation to closure.
• Develop KRIs/KPIs and executive reporting.

Skills

Security risk mgmt

Automation workflows

Python/APIs

AI agents

Stakeholder influence

GRC tools

Regulatory frameworks

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

GRC software

Automation tools

Job description

Okta is seeking a Staff Security Risk Analyst in New York to identify, assess, monitor, and report operational, security, and compliance risks. You will drive automation, build AI-enabled risk workflows, and partner with cross-functional teams to elevate risk visibility and governance.

The role requires 7+ years in risk management, hands-on experience with Python/APIs, and security certifications; strong communication and ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment are essential.