Senior Security Analyst

Valon Tech•New York, NY

1d•$115,000 - $145,000•Remote

About The Position

Valon is seeking a motivated Sr. Security Analyst to join their growing team. This role is crucial for ensuring the security of the organization's systems, cloud infrastructure, products, and data. The position requires a strong understanding of security risk and compliance, practical experience with AI-assisted GRC functions, an automation-first mindset, and a proactive problem-solving approach. The analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect critical assets and maintain customer trust.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years as a security analyst or security program manager with relevant responsibilities and background
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Technology, or a related field
Relevant security certifications based on career experience (CompTIA Security+, CC, SSCP or related), or seasoned career level (CISSP, CISM, CRISC or related)
Experience with security compliance frameworks and risk assessments
Experience with operational activities including issue management, security reviews, control monitoring, incident management, and reporting
Hand-on experience with AI tooling and assisted workflows
Proven experience in a security analyst related role, with a focus on security compliance, risk management, security issue management, and/or security program management.
Experience with security and compliance frameworks and requirements (OWASP, SOC 2, NIST CSF / 800-53, ISO 27001/2, CIS, NYDFS, CCPA or others.)
Basic knowledge of cloud security and public cloud environments
Self-starter that can work autonomously, be agile, and balance multiple projects and operational efforts
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience developing, automating, and scaling security and GRC processes leveraging AI tools / agentic capabilities
Experience maintaining a security risk register and issue management processes
Strong organization and project management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience or exposure to startup environments is a plus
Experience or exposure to financial services or tech organizations is a plus

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain compliance with frameworks (SOC 2, NIST CSF, CIS) and regulatory requirements (NYDFS, GLBA, Safeguards, CCPA and related)
Support internal and external security audits and exams, including evidence gathering and remediation tracking
Build AI assisted GRC workflows for scaling GRC and security functions
Maintain and manage security risk register, risk assessments, and remediation processes
Manage security governance and compliance projects, and assist with other project management efforts
Manage security metrics, KPIs and reporting
Support customer security due diligence processes
Review, manage, and monitor security policies for compliance
Facilitate remediation for security and compliance issues across stakeholders
Manage vendor security risk assessments
Support on-call and operational security activities including security monitoring, incident management, general security reviews, security awareness and training, and other tasks

Benefits

Base Compensation Band: $115K - 145K
Competitive salary with a meaningful stake in the company via equity
401k plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision benefits
Pre-tax deductions for public transportation, rideshare services, and parking expenses
Company wide orientation for you to successfully onboard
Learning & development opportunities including regular review cycles that feature 360 degree feedback
Quarterly budgets for team and company outings
Flexible paid time off, sick days, and 11 company holidays
12 weeks off for both birthing and non-birthing parents - fully paid