Job#: 2079803
Job Description:
Position Title: IT Security & Compliance Analyst
Location: Hybrid - 4 days/week onsite in SE Michigan
Overview:
The IT Security and Compliance Analyst provides oversight of IT security and controls, supporting IT compliance and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in our Second Line of Defense, supporting IT assessments and remediating gaps. Our Technology Group is on an exciting transformation journey, and you will have a great opportunity to help us transform the security area as well.
Major Responsibilities:
- Partner with Application Teams to implement and manage IT controls.
- Provide security and control consulting to application teams.
- Support internal and third-party audits.
- Support Internal Controls with IT-related controls and deficiencies.
- Manage high and medium comments identified by audit and application teams, including development, implementation, and sustainability of control improvement plans.
- Conduct reviews of recently identified IT and IT-related audit comments.
- Support application teams with detailed risk assessments and threat modeling.
- Support vendor management and business owners with due diligence for supplier onboarding.
- Support Privacy and Compliance Attorneys with IT-related regulatory requirements.
- Support third-party consulting engagements.
- Maintain accurate JIRA user stories and backlog.
Essential Skills:
- Strong knowledge of industry-standard IT controls and best security practices.
- Solid understanding of corporate policies (ISP, Finance Manual, Corporate Directives, etc.).
- Ability to understand risk and implement mitigating controls.
- Knowledge of risk management principles, including risk assessment, mitigation, and reporting.
- Capable and comfortable working autonomously.
- Strong leadership skills and results-oriented.
- Ability to work in white space.
- Continuous controls process improvement mentality.
- Integrity and ability to "stand ground" for correct action and do the right thing.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership and accountability of all work and responsibilities.
- Strong communication skills (written and oral).
- Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and team-building skills.
Preferred Experience:
- Internal Audit - IT Auditor.
- Cyber Security Services Advisor (formerly Security Controls Champion or Security Controls Practitioner).
- Proven track record in IT security and controls, with a strong controls mindset.
- Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: security services, database administration, cloud security, application development or support, and networks.
- Familiarity with AI/LLM.
- Industry certifications a plus (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP).
Education:
- Bachelors degree required.
- Industry certifications a plus (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP).
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
