Sr. GRC Analyst

Apex Systems; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Part time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Senior GRC Analyst to lead IT governance, risk, and compliance initiatives from New Orleans. The role covers policy management, risk assessments, audits, and vendor risk management to safeguard information assets.

You will drive IT controls, reporting, and training across the organization. You will work in a remote-capable environment with strong leadership and collaboration across teams, applying frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27002.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in IT policy, controls, GRC, or audit.
• Senior-level with oversight and peer-review experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of major security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27002, CIS Controls, PCI DSS, SOX).
• Experience with GRC platforms such as ServiceNow IRM.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of security policies and guidelines aligned to regulatory requirements.
• Perform IT risk assessments, control testing, and report findings to stakeholders.
• Oversee IT regulatory reviews and SOX ITGC testing.
• Manage policy lifecycle, vetting, committee presentation, and end-user training.
• Oversee vendor cybersecurity risk management and continuous monitoring.
• Mentor team members and drive process automation where possible.

Skills

IT governance

Risk assessments

Policy management

SOX ITGC

Regulatory compliance

Vendor risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Tools

ServiceNow IRM

Excel

Power BI

Job description

# Sr. GRC AnalystApply**Job#: 3055901****Job Description:**Sr. GRC Analyst**Alternate Location:** Arkansas, Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri ,North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, VirginiaRole OverviewThis position is responsible for leading the ongoing development and execution of the organization’s IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Programs. The role covers key areas such as policy management, risk assessments, issue management, audits, and vendor risk management to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. This includes leading initiatives to ensure IT aligns with business goals while managing risks and meeting regulations.Key Responsibilities* Lead the development and maintenance of security policies and guidelines in alignment with regulatory requirements.* Perform hands-on technical control testing, control design, and work with stakeholders to analyze and report on information.* Manage the full lifecycle of the CISO policy framework, from creation and vetting to committee presentation and end-user training.* Conduct IT risk assessments, including control assessments and walkthroughs, to evaluate risks, identify gaps, and develop maturity plans.* Oversee IT regulatory reviews, internal audits, and SOX testing of IT General Controls (ITGC).* Support the lifecycle of issue management and the policy exception process.* Standardize, document, maintain, and automate IT GRC processes where possible.* Oversee vendor cybersecurity risk management for critical business services through continuous monitoring and formal control testing.* Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities and operating with autonomy.Required Qualifications**Experience:** 6+ years of experience in IT policy, controls, assessment, GRC, or audit is required. Must have experience in a senior role with oversight and peer review responsibilities.**Technical Skills:** Hands-on experience with IT governance and regulatory compliance is required. Experience with the full policy lifecycle, from creation to implementation, is necessary.Preferred Qualifications* A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or a relevant technical/science field.* Knowledge of common security and risk frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27002, CIS Controls, PCI DSS, CRI Profile, SOX, GLBA, HIPAA).* Experience with GRC platforms such as ServiceNow IRM.* Proficiency in Excel and PowerBI.* An understanding of cloud security and emerging technologies like AI.* Certifications such as CISSP, CISO, CRISC, or CISA.* Background in regulated industries, particularly banking.* Strong program management, analytical, and problem-solving skills. *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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**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.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Remote:** Yes**Location:** New Orleans, LA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 16, 2026**Pay Range:** $60 - $75 per hour