Technical Risk Analyst

Overview

Responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating technical and operational risks, cyber threats, and ensuring operational resilience, primarily within the Fraud and Global Security teams. Works with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to the organization's operational risks. Assist in developing and implementing risk management strategies, performing risk assessments, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards. Develop and apply an understanding of business needs and objectives to better align risk management strategies with organizational priorities. Analyze and resolve risk-related problems while supporting efforts of increasing scope and complexity. Developing professional with basic skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Risk and Controls Self-Assessments (RCSA) on existing and new processes
• Collaborate with Security teams to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Assist in the implementation of, and adhere to Enterprise Operational Risk Management policies and procedures
• Stay updated on industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to fraud mitigation, physical security and risk management
• Support and/ or participate in audits and compliance assessments to ensure adherence to relevant regulations
• Provide regular reports to senior management and stakeholders on risk findings, trends, and risk mitigation efforts
• Work with internal teams to promote risk awareness and drive a culture of risk management across the organization
• Assist with the management of external vendors and service providers to ensure third-party risks are adequately managed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Demonstrated ability to assess security and operational risks, determine appropriate mitigation strategies, and recommend practical solutions to reduce risk exposure.
• Experience conducting risk assessments in fraud, information security, or related security area.
• Experience documenting business processes and developing process maps to support risk assessments, control evaluation, and operational improvement.
• Ability to interpret technical data and assess its impact on business operations.
• Proven track record of reporting on risk findings and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of, and experience with risk assessment frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Strong attention to detail in evaluating risk factors, control measures, and compliance issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CFE, CIA, CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC) are a plus.
• Experience performing RCSA control testing.
• Experience with information technology, cybersecurity, and AI
• Experience with security tools and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, etc.).
• Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GLBA, HIPAA).

Additional Information

Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location :

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
• 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
• 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

About Us

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