Lead Enterprise Risk Analyst

Lead Enterprise Risk Analyst

At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze℠, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses.

Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment.

Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship.

Overall Purpose

The Lead Enterprise Risk Analyst is a senior-level individual contributor within the Risk Program Governance function. This role is responsible for the day-to-day execution of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, providing technical expertise and analytical support to ensure the Company's risk posture is accurately monitored, maintained, and reported.

Essential Functions

• Framework Execution: Execute the development and maintenance of ERM policies and standards, ensuring alignment with COSO and OCC Heightened Standards across the firm.
• Risk Assessment Support: Facilitate organization-wide risk assessments by providing technical guidance to business units to ensure material risks are identified and prioritized.
• Issues Management: Perform day-to-day operations of the Issues Management framework, tracking the remediation lifecycle and ensuring data integrity within the GRC tool.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a primary point of contact for business and second-line teams to ensure disciplined intake and timely resolution of risk findings.
• Reporting & Analytics: Develop risk dashboards and management reports for the ERMC and Board, translating complex risk data into actionable trends and insights.
• Audit & Exam Prep: Coordinate the collection and preparation of materials for internal audits and regulatory examinations, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Metric Development: Partner with management to define and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and maintain comprehensive risk registers.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement efficiencies within the GRC platform, leveraging workflows and automation to streamline risk reporting.
• Program Monitoring: Conduct periodic reviews of program effectiveness to drive continuous improvement based on regulatory expectations and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business-related discipline.
• Typically 8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk, operational risk, or internal/external audit.
• Strong understanding of the COSO Framework and regulatory requirements (e.g., OCC Heightened Standards) within financial services.
• Proven experience working within a formal Three Lines of Defense (3LOD) model.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with Compliance, Security, IT, and Finance partners.
• Advanced proficiency using GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow, or similar) to monitor and report on risks and controls.
• Progress toward or completion of relevant industry certifications such as CIA, CRMA, or CISA preferred.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities and working independently on complex assignments.
• Background and drug screen.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Physical Requirements

Working conditions consist of a normal office environment. Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer and involves sitting for periods of approximately four hours. Work may require occasional standing, walking, kneeling and reaching. Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently. Requires visual acuity and dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment including personal computers. Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers.

Employee must be able to perform essential functions and physical requirements of position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Early Warning Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

The base pay scale for this position in: Phoenix, AZ/ Chicago, IL / Washington, DC in USD per year is: $104,000 - $130,000. New York, NY/ San Francisco, CA in USD per year is: $125,000 - $156,000.

Additionally, candidates are eligible for a discretionary incentive plan and benefits.

This pay scale is subject to change and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific candidate, which is always dependent on legitimate factors considered at the time of job offer. Early Warning Services takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining a competitive salary offer, including, but not limited to, the job scope, market rates and geographic location of a position, candidate's education, experience, training, and specialized skills or certification(s) in relation to the job requirements and compared with internal equity (peers). The business actively supports and reviews wage equity to ensure that pay decisions are not based on gender, race, national origin, or any other protected classes.

Some of the Ways We Prioritize Your Health and Happiness

• Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans as well as company contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) or pre-tax savings through flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health & dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Featuring a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on your first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility.
• Paid Time Off – Flexible Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees, as well as generous PTO for Non-Exempt (hourly) employees, plus 11 paid company holidays and a paid volunteer day.
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Maven Family Planning – provides support through your Parenting journey including egg freezing, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, early pediatrics, and returning to work.

And SO much more! We continue to enhance our program, so be sure to check our Benefits page here for the latest. Our team can share more during the interview process!