We have an excellent opportunity for highly motivated and skilled GRC Analysts to join our team in Aberdeen and London on a contract basis for 6 months. This is a hybrid role working onsite in Aberdeen 3 days per week. To be considered for this role you will have experience in control design, assessment and remediation activities in relation to Applications (on prem and SaaS), or Infrastructure or Databases.
As GRC Analyst you will work as part of the team who deliver the risk management, control, compliance, and assurance programmes within IT systems and help to manage compliance and assurance activities across global locations. In addition you will ensure that relevant policies, procedures and processes are defined and updated to reflect global requirements and local variations. You will be involved in the review and assessment of Key Controls globally within IT and identify and escalate any deficiencies within the control assessment process.
What you’ll do
1. Ensure that assessments are regularly conducted, which can identify potential weaknesses in IS Control environment
2. Liaise with internal/external auditors during audits and assessments, ensuring the timely and accurate provision of information and addressing any findings or recommendations
3. Assist IS teams in the completion of testing, evidence gathering and submission to demonstrate Operating and Design effectiveness of controls
4. Provide training and input to control assessments to staff where required. Request and collection of SOC1 Type 2 and SOC 2 reports for all SaaS applications
5. Connect with IS teams to obtain supporting evidence for OS changes on Infrastructure as well relevant supporting information for applications
6. Connect with various Business teams regarding JML processes, User access matrices, DR/BCP solutions and relevant supporting evidence for applications
7. Work with support partners to gather information, evidence, processes, and other relevant support information for applications
8. Support with remediation of IS controls, where applicable, for all applications including establishing recurring requests for audit purposes e.g. requesting SOC reports, user access reviews and other control measures
9. Ensure management of change processes are in place to support relevant IS controls for all applications
10. Align with IS database team and support partners to ensure relevant control measures are in place for data integrity, relevance, and maintenance for all applications
11. Collaborate with IT teams, business units, and senior management to enhance awareness and understanding of IS principles, practices, and objectives
12. Ensure the successful delivery of initiatives and projects within the Governance, Risk and Compliance environment
13. Foster strong working relationships with key stakeholders to promote effective communication, coordination, and alignment of IS GRC initiatives
What to bring
14. Control design, assessment and remediation activities in relation to Applications (on prem and SaaS), or Infrastructure or Databases
15. Proven track record in developing policies and procedures
16. Proficient in IT governance and quality standards
17. Advanced Microsoft 365 skills (Excel/PowerPoint) are preferred
18. Experience in risk management and control assessments
19. Strong knowledge of General IT Controls (GITC) assessments, evidence provision and control operation
20. Experience working with third party vendors and on-premise solutions
21. Experience with internal infrastructure and database risks and controls
22. Familiarity with one or more industry frameworks and standards such as ITIL, COBIT, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and ISO 27001
23. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders effectively
24. Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
25. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams
If you are enthusiastic, willing to always learn and looking for a challenging but rewarding position where you work for a forward-thinking organisation who offer excellent opportunities, please send your CV to .
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Successful candidates will be subject to background and right to work checks.