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Seyfarth Shaw LLP ยท 7 hours ago

IT Security and Risk Analyst

Seyfarth Shaw LLP is a leading law firm that values great people and invests in their professional development. The IT Security & Risk Analyst will support the Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance function, addressing evolving threats and ensuring compliance through various risk management initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Conduct and manage internal risk reviews of new or existing infrastructure and applications
Conduct and manage third party risk assessments
Assist and manage client audits and ongoing compliance to completion
Follow-up on deficiencies identified in monitoring reviews, self-assessments, automated assessments, and internal/external audits to ensure that appropriate remediation measures have been taken
Collaborate with control owners and key stakeholders to meet outside counsel guidelines or contractual requirements around information security standards
Produce metrics to monitor the completion of control objectives and tracking of deficiencies or gaps in program requirements
Provide consulting to internal projects and efforts on security requirements and potential risks
Propose changes to existing policies, standards, and procedures to minimize risk and ensure compliance to client and applicable regulatory requirements
Assist with Security Awareness initiatives
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry best practices, and monitor the legal and regulatory environment for developments that could require changes to established policies, standards, and practices

Qualification

Risk managementCyber security frameworksInformation security standardsSecurity complianceSecurity governanceSecurity technologiesContinuous improvementAnalytical skillsOrganization skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
3-5 years of experience managing risk and supporting client audit engagements
Knowledge of emerging technology and the security governance implications
Demonstrated understanding of security risk management concepts, cyber security frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.), control standards, secure coding principles, and security technologies
Knowledge of information security fundamentals, best practices and industry standards with prior responsibilities of protecting information assets
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and requirements related to information security
Strong organization and prioritization skills across multiple tasks
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth
Desire to ask questions, analyze, adapt, and make decisions grounded in doing what's right for our clients and firm stakeholders

Preferred

Any of the following certifications: CRISC, CISM, PMP, CISSP, CISA, preferred

Benefits

Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)

Company

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Paul Pryzant
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