Technical Risk Analyst

About the role

Technical Risk Analyst

Location: remote

Pay Rate: Open to Both C2C and W2 options

Position Type: Contract

Basic Purpose

This role supports the Security Second Line of Defense (2LOD) Issue Management function by providing independent oversight, effective challenge, quality assurance, and issue lifecycle governance for security issues. The Contractor Analyst will evaluate issue quality, validate remediation effectiveness, assesses residual risk, and promotes consistent application of Information Security Standards and enterprise risk management requirements. The Contractor Analyst will partner with Information Security, Technology, Enterprise Risk, and business stakeholders to ensure security risks are appropriately identified, documented, and remediated. Candidates will understand and will be able to articulate the three lines of defense model and the difference between a risk, issue and event.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent review and challenge security issues to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with issue management requirements.

• Evaluate issue descriptions for appropriate Criteria, Condition, Cause, Consequence, and Risk articulation.

• Interpret Information Security Standards and provide governance guidance regarding control applicability.

• Provide effective challenge to Issue Owners when risks are not sufficiently addressed.

• Identify emerging risks, recurring themes, and systemic control weaknesses requiring leadership attention.

• Review and challenge corrective action plans for adequacy, sustainability, and root cause alignment.

• Validate issue closure packages and remediation evidence.

• Keep current with Information Security best practices and industry trends, communicate these practices to relevant stakeholders.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in the credit union/financial services industry with a focus on regulatory frameworks, information security assessments, and remediation activities

• Desired knowledge of NCUA, FFIEC, GLBA, NIST (including the Cyber Security Framework and 800 Series

• Demonstrated knowledge of Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) programs.

• Understanding of the Three Lines Model and Security Second Line of Defense responsibilities.

• Experience performing independent challenge and oversight functions.

• Knowledge of NCUA, FFIEC, NIST (including Cyber Security Framework and 800 Series controls)

• Working knowledge of Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Cloud Security and Data protection controls

• Strong planning and organizational skills

• Strong analytical skills (root cause analysis, risk assessment, etc)

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including technical writing

• Experience working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders and 3rd parties

• Desired bachelor's degree in business, information systems or related field or equivalent work/military experience

Bank Secrecy Section

• Remains cognizant of and adheres to company policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Vienna, VA

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