Risk Information Technology and Data Analyst

Regions•Hoover, AL

3d•$99,222 - $132,650•Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice. At Regions, the Risk Information Technology and Data Analyst is a key member of the IT and Data Risk Management organization and performs general activities consistent with the second line of defense, including IT and Data risk identification, measurement, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting. This position supports the implementation of Regions’ Risk Management Framework aligned with regulatory expectations (FFIEC, NIST, GLBA) and internal policies. The analyst collaborates with Technology, Cyber Security, Data and Analytics, Compliance, Business Risk Teams, and Internal Audit to proactively manage IT and Data risks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field
Five (5) years of relevant experience in IT risk, IT audit, technology, cybersecurity, or operational risk
Strong understanding of risk management, cybersecurity/technology, and compliance principles

Nice To Haves

Certifications (e.g., Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Public Accountant (CPA))
Experience in a financial institution or public accounting
Experience with GRC tools (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow)
Strong understanding of key banking regulations and industry standards (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA, NIST).
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate technical risks for business audiences.
Ability to adapt to quickly changing environments
Ability to build effective partnerships
Ability to mentor and guide less experienced team members
Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Teams, Visio, SharePoint) and ability to learn additional systems as needed
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Responsibilities

Leads IT and Data Risk Targeted Risk Assessments, Continuous Monitoring, and Testing as identified across all aspects of Information Technology and Data, including application development, cyber security, enterprise architecture, business continuity and disaster recovery, data governance, data quality, and change management, etc
Performs core risk assessments, including the enterprise risk assessment, payment network attestations, and the cyber security risk assessment which evaluates the company’s compliance with key regulatory requirements
Performs gap assessments to evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology and data controls aligned to regulatory and industry requirements
Reviews and validates risk analysis work completed by junior team members
Creates and revises IT and Data Risk Management methodology, including procedures
Monitors trends and regulatory changes in IT and Data and advises leadership on technology and data initiatives that support these trends
Reviews IT and Data policies and standards to ensure they align with regulations and industry best practices.
Monitors, tracks, validates, and reports mitigation and resolution of IT and Data risk issues
Develops and produces reporting to effectively communicate key risks, findings, and recommendations for improvement and participates in discussions of results with key stakeholders
Performs annual planning, including staffing assessments and identifying training opportunities
Supports exam readiness for regulatory and audit examinations including providing risk insights, collecting evidence, and preparing verbal and written materials
Forms and maintains effective partnerships with key stakeholders within strategic business groups and technology to provide credible challenge of Technology and Data’s execution of the risk management framework
Provides day to day guidance and mentoring to junior analysts and helps build risk awareness across technology, data, and business functions