First Citizens Bank · 11 hours ago
Senior Cyber Risk Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expFirst Citizens Bank is looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst responsible for conducting comprehensive risk assessments for security exceptions. The role involves analyzing risk data points, assessing control effectiveness, and ensuring well-informed risk decisions are documented.
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Responsibilities
Risk Assessment of Security Exceptions: Conduct end-to-end risk assessments for exceptions to information security standards, including detailed analysis of key risk data points, threat scenarios, and compensating controls. Evaluate likelihood and impact factors using defined methodologies to determine inherent risk ratings. Document assessment results clearly and comprehensively, including rationale, evidence, and recommended risk treatments. Ensure consistency and repeatability in risk scoring across the security exceptions portfolio
Control Effectiveness & Validation: Perform control effectiveness assessments on security controls leveraged within risk assessments. Review supporting documentation, evidence, and control designs to ensure applicability to standard exceptions
Evidence Collection & Analytical Review: Gather and analyze technical and procedural evidence from system owners, SMEs, and business units. Review architecture diagrams, vulnerability reports, IAM configurations, network flows, and other technical artifacts to inform risk decisions. Maintain high-quality documentation that is audit-ready and aligned with regulatory expectations
Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate conversations with senior leaders, system owners, architects, SMEs, and risk teams to ensure clarity of risk posture and decision-making. Present complex cybersecurity concepts in a clear, concise manner appropriate for both technical and non-technical audiences. Provide subject matter expertise on security exceptions governance, risk methodology, and best practices
Governance & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of risk assessment methodologies and operations. Support audit and regulatory inquiries by providing well-structured documentation and risk analysis rationale. Identify opportunities for process and control improvements across the cybersecurity risk and exceptions lifecycle
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in cybersecurity risk management, cybersecurity operations, governance, or related fields
Strong understanding of cybersecurity domains including Threat and Vulnerability Management, Identity & Access Management, Network Security & Architecture, Endpoint Security, Data Protection, and Encryption
Demonstrated experience performing complex risk assessments, control evaluations, and evidence-based risk analysis
Ability to interpret security standards and applicable regulations and frameworks
Proven ability to communicate and influence effectively at all organizational levels, including senior leadership
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written communication skills and attention to detail
Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Risk management, or financial analysis, or statistical modeling OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Risk management, or financial analysis, or statistical modeling
Preferred
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent
Experience working with security exception processes, GRC tools, or enterprise risk frameworks
Prior experience in financial services, heavily regulated industries, or environments with strong audit expectations
Familiarity with CVSS scoring, threat modeling methodologies, and likelihood/impact modeling
Benefits
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates.
Company
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank provides banking services, essential business and professional services, wealth management capabilities, and more.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$33M2021-05-07Post Ipo Debt· $10M
2018-08-29Post Ipo Debt· $23M
1986-10-31IPO
Leadership Team
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Craig Nix
Chief Financial Officer
Samantha Bureau - Johnson
SVP & Director, Customer Contact Center
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