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Senior Security Risk and Compliance Analyst

Senior Security Risk and Compliance Analyst

CompanyNayya
LocationNew York, NY, USA
Salary$125000 – $160000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in security risk management, compliance, or GRC roles.
  • Strong understanding of industry security frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, CIS, GDPR, and HIPAA.
  • Experience conducting security audits, risk assessments, and policy development.
  • Familiarity with vendor risk management and third-party security assessments.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate security concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC are a plus.
  • Must be able to work onsite at our office Tuesday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA).
  • Lead and manage compliance audits, security assessments, and certifications, ensuring continuous compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
  • Perform security risk assessments across internal systems, vendors, and third parties, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance security awareness and training programs, fostering a security-first culture.
  • Oversee vendor security evaluations and third-party risk management processes.
  • Assist in incident response planning and ensure business continuity measures are in place.
  • Track security metrics and provide reports to leadership on security risks and compliance status.
  • Stay up to date with evolving security regulations, frameworks, and industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC are a plus.