IT GRC Controls Analyst

Company: Northwestern Mutual
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: February 5, 2025

Job Description:

At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive difference. Summary The IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance II professional will be responsible for maintaining a robust framework to manage systems and data risks. Key duties include:

• Conducting IT controls testing, evaluation, and documentation.
• Implementing and providing consultation on IT controls.
• Monitoring, measuring, and reporting on the design and effectiveness of controls.
• Assessing information risks and addressing noncompliance issues to support informed decision-making. This role requires a commitment to high standards and a proactive approach to acquiring and enhancing relevant industry knowledge. Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Support the execution of basic GRC tasks and projects.
  • Assist in all aspects of IT controls testing and risk management related functions.
  • Document findings from controls testing and compliance activities, aiding in the development of mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with team members on GRC initiatives to achieve departmental goals.
  • Work with stakeholders on remediation of control deficiencies. Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in information systems or related field; or related work experience beyond the minimum required.
    • 1-3 years of experience in information systems or systems audit with a demonstrated knowledge in technologies and processes.
    • Ability to assess and implement -IT general controls desired.
    • Demonstrated flexibility to adjust to changing business needs by effectively managing and prioritizing concurrent assignments.
    • Demonstrated ability to independently identify and resolve critical issues through effective problem-solving skills. -
    • Strong ability to develop and leverage relationships.
    • Ability to effectively influence and negotiate with internal and external partners.
    • Excellent communication skills focused on facilitation of meetings.
    • Ability to deliver informative, well-organized documentation and ability to effectively communicate in difficult and/or -sensitive situations. #LI-hybrid Compensation Range: Pay Range - Start: $64,820.00 Pay Range - End: $120,380.00 Northwestern Mutual pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement in the salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. At Northwestern Mutual, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Please note that the salary range listed in the posting is the standard pay structure. Positions in certain locations (such as California) may provide an increase on the standard pay structure based on the location. Please c lick for additional information relating to location-based pay structures. Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our client's interests at the center of all we do. Get started now! We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you work or would be working in California, Colorado, New York City, Washington or outside of a Corporate location, please click for information pertaining to compensation and benefits.
      FIND YOUR FUTUREWe're excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. -
      • Flexible work schedules
      • Concierge service
      • Comprehensive benefits
      • Employee resource groupsPandoLogic. Category:Technology, Keywords:IT Analyst, Location:Milwaukee, WI-53205

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