Intermediate First Line Risk & Control Analyst

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Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include
1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors,
2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and
3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.
* Plan and facilitate evidence-based risk assessments for processes, applications, technologies, and projects to assess controls and identify control gaps.
* Help develop and conduct the annual Risk and Control Self-Assessment plan.
* Identify, assess, and record risks along with mitigation or acceptance plans.
* Prepare Architecture Review Board (ARB) summaries, outlining risk assessment recommendations.
* Train stakeholders and promote awareness of risk management.
* Work with IT Risk (2nd Line), Information Security, Internal Controls, Internal Audit, and external consultants to mature Transamerica’s IT Risk Management Program.
* Ensure application compliance data accuracy in the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
* Maintain assessment templates for alignment with relevant regulations (SOX, SOC1/2, NYDFS)
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
* 2 years of experience in IT risk management, compliance, governance, or controls, or the equivalent combination of knowledge and skills through experience, education and certifications.
* Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Knowledge of IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, or ISO 27001
* Familiarity with risk management tools and software
* Ability to work collaboratively across the organization
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Assist with fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
** Preferred*
* ** Qualifications
* ** Strong knowledge and/or prior experience within the insurance, pensions or financial services sectors, encompassing relevant business processes and technologies.
* One or more of the following certifications:  + (CRISC) Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control  + (CGEIT) Certified in in the Governance of Enterprise IT  + (CISM) Certified Information Security Manager  + (CISA) Certified Information Systems Auditor
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs like Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Power BI and Power Automate.
* Demonstrated success in risk management roles.
* Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills to identify and address issues to mitigate risk.
* Solid grasp of risk management, design methods, and best practices.
* The Salary for this position generally ranges between $72,000 - $90,000 annually.
*** Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including
*** qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
* Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.
* Pension Plan
* 401k Match
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Disability Insurance
* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Employee Discounts
* Career Training & Development Opportunities
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