Senior Analyst, PCG IT Branch Exams

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Conduct virtual security reviews for endpoints, network security assessments, and technology-related evaluations at PCG branch office locations.

• Assess branch compliance with organizational policies and procedures as part of the branch examination initiative.

• Engage with branch staff to perform virtual inspections of technology equipment used in the branches.

• Collaborate closely with branch examiners to ensure prompt reporting of any identified issues.

• Evaluate third-party vendors and systems to confirm compliance with usage conditions.

• Carry out IT assurance and compliance activities in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Analyze risks related to business objectives and assess the effectiveness of mitigating controls.

• Execute control assurance testing procedures.

• Conduct interviews and virtual walkthroughs, documenting the results thoroughly.

• Prepare working papers and coordinate the collection of audit materials to analyze, test, and evaluate branch controls.

• Communicate findings effectively to business, compliance, and IT stakeholders.

• Advise process owners regarding potential control deficiencies.

• Identify, implement, and maintain processes and tools that support assurance, compliance, and remediation tracking.

• Carry out additional assigned duties and responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Solid background in information security, with a focus on testing both end-user and network controls.

• Excellent organizational skills with the capability to manage multiple examinations at once.

• Proficient in report writing and technical documentation.

• Ability to identify and comprehend issues, challenges, and opportunities while drawing conclusions from data.

• Skilled in effectively conveying information and ideas through various media.

• Capacity to determine courses of action and devise suitable solutions based on available information.

• Up-to-date technical and professional knowledge in relevant fields.

• Ability to foster collaborative relationships.

• Client-focused mindset with the ability to maintain productive client relationships.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the financial services sector, compliance, or risk management, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

• Preferred information security certifications include CISSP, GCCC, CIA, CISA, Security+, Network+, Linux+, or other SANS certifications.

• No licenses or certifications are mandatory.

• Willingness to travel less than 25%.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life insurance.

• Critical illness insurance.

• Accident insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• Retirement savings plans.

• Paid time off, which includes vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

• Parental leave.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Participation in networking groups.

• A people-first culture.

• Support for diversity and inclusion initiatives.