Risk and Assurance Analyst

The Governance, Risk and Compliance Team (GRC) manage risk and assurance within the IT Services Directorate (ITS). They are responsible for coordinating the management of function-level risk within ITS, and ensuring that the University maintain appropriate standards of Health and Safety, PCI DSS, etc. GRC collaborate with key functions and stakeholders across the University, working to improve the efficiency of security, governance and risk processes., Working within GRC, the Risk and Assurance Analyst (RAA) will be responsible for supporting the identification and evaluation of IT risks and issues. The post holder will be expected to support with Directorate and University-wide audits, including planning, resourcing, reporting, and compliance. In addition, the RAA will review and report on matters relating to Risk, Assurance and Compliance within IT Services.

The RAA will carry out all aspects of operational risk management and assurance, liaising with Subject Matter Experts (SME) for guidance, where required, and liaising with key stakeholders to ensure ownership, progress, and oversight of risk management. They will participate in applicable working groups, monitor, and report on risk status, and assist with the development of risk treatment measures.

• An applicable degree and/or professional qualification, or experience in a similar role;


• Experience of supporting organisational or technical audits;


• Experience of certification and/or framework implementation;


• Familiarity with PCI DSS, payment processes, and related systems.
  
  Our diverse job opportunities all include a top benefits package that includes many features that are hard to find in the private sector:


• Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure;


• Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family;


• Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities;


• Learning and development opportunities;


• Season ticket loans for public transport;


• Cycle to Work Scheme;


• Workplace nursery scheme;


• Staff recognition schemes;


• Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.


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