GRC Analyst Intermediate
Exemption Status: Exempt
Salary Grade: S10
Job Code: 8283
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Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
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Responsible for ensuring the organization's information systems and processes align with established cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory standards. This role conducts in-depth security consultations and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate IT disaster recovery (DR) tests and tabletop exercises; evaluate results against requirements and document findings.
- Develop and maintain auditable evidence of implemented security measures to support compliance and assurance activities.
- Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs), document risks, and prepare formal reports with recommendations.
- Collect, examine, and preserve forensic images and other digital evidence using validated investigative techniques in support of research integrity investigations and incident response.
- Collaborate with vendors to coordinate incident response activities and ensure timely resolution of security events.
- Analyze digital evidence from security incidents to identify root causes, assess vulnerabilities, and recommend corrective actions.
- Review contracts, data governance requests, and system security plans (SSPs) to ensure alignment with cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor relevant cybersecurity, data privacy, and legal regulations to provide informed recommendations and support compliance initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
Equivalency/Substitution:
Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.
Experience:
- 3 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), cybersecurity, information assurance or related field
Certifications or Licenses:
- None
- Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standardsÂ
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to teach and guide others.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirementsÂ
- Understanding of network and system architecture, including common security configurations and vulnerabilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying security risks and evaluating mitigation strategies
- Skilled in using risk assessment and compliance tools, vulnerability scanners, and GRC platforms.
- Ability to effectively interpret and apply security policies, procedures, and technical standards
- Ability to assess technical environments for compliance with security and privacy requirements
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
- Ability to adapt to changing technologies, threats, and regulatory landscapes
Working Conditions:
- Requires extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using a phone.
- Requires sound judgment under pressure and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
- Office Work Environment.
- Occasional evening, weekend, or on-call availability during critical incidents or high-severity events.
