RISK ANALYST- Exchange Place, NJ

Risk AnalystKey responsibilities include:Ensure assessments, project and task deliverable dates are metConduct Information Security, Information Technology, Cyber Security, application risk, Disaster Recovery Planning, Risk Control Self-Assessment, Onsite (i.e. data center) assessment and other IT risk assessmentsPerform assessments of an IT Risk Acceptance request to identify risks and mitigating controls as well as follow-up on necessary approvalsDocument observations for existing IT control processes and identified issues in assessment questionnaire during disaster recovery planning exercisesPrepare monthly KRI reportsDiscuss findings with stakeholders and follow up on agreed upon action plans and target completion datesHave the ability to determine if proposed technology solutions have cross-functional impact or risks to other units and to identify areas of efficiencyProvide appropriate information share and updates with senior management and other key stakeholdersPerforming various IT Risk assessments and risk associated projects (i.e. identify framework workflow process; perform gap analysis, etc.) defined by the managerProvide root cause analysis, along with conclusion on production issuesCompletes administrative tasks on a timely basisQualifications:Bachelor's Degree, experience in managing the completion of assessments is essential.

PMP not required but preferredSelf-starter is a MUST, able to work with limited instructions. Be able to work with agility due to change in directions without impacting to the delivery dateMinimum of 5 years hands on experience in performing IT assessments, requiredStrong business, analytical, quantitative, problem-solving and decision making skillsSolid understanding of project life cycle AND risk management concepts and processes.Strong IT Risk management skillsMinimum of 5 years track record of delivery of major risk and finance initiatives at large and complex financial institutions, preferredMinimum of 5 years in financial services industry experience preferred but not requiredExceptional stakeholder management skills including experience liaising with internal clients who are performing servicesSuperior communication skills: both written and oral with technical and non-technical staffTolerance and understanding of multiple culturesWorking knowledge of Archer and ServiceNowProficient in ExcelAble to think 'out of the box'