GRC analyst

Encore Capital Group
San Diego, CA, United States
20 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$93,800.0 - $121,800.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, Spanish, French

Tech stack

Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT) Cyber Security Information Systems Software Engineering Information Technology

Job description

Reporting to the Manager or Sr.Manager, IT Risk and Compliance, the Senior GRC analyst will be responsible for supporting the day to day IT compliance, data governance, and IT risk management functions.The role will include primary responsibility for the defining, creating, and managing IT policies and standards in support of legal and regulatory compliance needs as well as general IT and organizational information security practices., Audit and assess firm wide plan for IT Risk and Compliance policies and rules - log-in and passwords, etc.Participate in process and control documentation pertaining to controls implementation.Develop and implement operational and enterprise governance frameworks.

Perform business impact analysis and assist with development of IT/InfoSec risk register. Operationalization of a metrics and reporting function to continually report on meaningful security, risk and compliance metrics for operational and executive management.Develop and manage the automation of KPIs & KRIs reporting that align with operational/business risk.

Support internal and external audit process for relevant compliance concerns and risk management to re mediate new and outstanding issues including PCI, SOX, ISO,NIST,Issuers etc.

Support vendor due-diligence process and help to lead and define overall third party risk management efforts including contracts ,performance etc.

Perform periodic gap assessments across product lines to validate compliance on an ongoing basis.Driving remediation activities from identification,remediation plan and closure for various information systems and processes.

Other data security projects as assigned. Liaise on with GPS counterparts for compliance reporting & continually enhancing the risk & compliance framework implemented for the project.

Requirements

Certification:Preferable Cobit, MOR (Management of Risk) and ITIL V3 Expert or ITIL Managing Professional

Education:

Education:Bachelor

Field of Study:Computer Science,Information Systems,Information Technology,Software Engineering, Information Security

Experience:Typically 5 years business experience; exhibit strong basic execution capabilities and begin to take on more responsibility

Technical Skills:Working knowledge of the regulatory environment Encore operates in and associated requirements - e.g. SOX, PCI, GLBA, ISO

Other Skills:Ability to follow guidelines and identify and resolve problems

Languages:English

PREFERRED SKILLSET

Languages: English & Spanish; French a plus

Education:

Degree:Master or Advanced

Field of Study:Computer Science,Information Systems,Information Technology,Software Engineering,Information Security

Experience:Experience working for a publicly traded company in a similar role or with a reputable auditing /consulting firm

Benefits & conditions

Annual Salary: $93,800.00 - $121,800.00 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies)

If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:

  • Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.
  • Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs - including our very own MCM Academy - as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.
  • Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results - ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.
  • Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.
  • Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.
  • Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.
  • Retirement Savings: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you.
  • New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.
  • Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.

Our compensation and benefits programs were created with an ‘Employee-First Approach’ focused on supporting, developing, and recognizing YOU. We offer a wide array of wellness and mental health initiatives, support volunteerism, and environmental efforts, encourage employee education through leadership training, skill-building, and tuition reimbursements, and always strive to provide promotion opportunities from within., No matter the role, our most successful team members embody a winning combination of these qualities.

  • Drive for Results
  • Innovation and Agility
  • Leading and Enabling Change
  • Building Effective Partnerships
  • Developing Self and Others

Our Total Rewards Package

We understand the importance of the balance between work and life, between fun and professionalism, and between being a corporation and being a community. That’s why we provide compensation structures and benefit plans tailored to each of our global hubs, and then enhance them with a wide range of programs that support your personal and professional growth. It’s our way of showing you that we recognize your value, understand what’s important to you, and want to reward your contributions.

  • Holistic Wellness We’re focused on your wellbeing, and that means supporting you across all dimensions of wellness through company sponsored team building events, wellness challenges, lunch & learns, webinars, on-site events to foster bonds with colleagues, and more!

  • Work-Life Balance Our total rewards package is designed to help you thrive in and out of the office. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, generous PTO, and inclusive parental leave policies that allow new parents to bond with their growing families. Our commitment to your work-life balance is at the heart of it all.

  • Healthcare Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure your continued health, plus wellness reimbursements for fitness membership, Weight Watchers, nutrition coaching, mental health and fitness apps, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), group sports, and more!

  • Perks Enjoy office transport services, free online books library, free daily healthy meals, on-site cafeteria, games rooms, relaxation areas, employee group discount program, and our concierge support to optimize your workday.

  • Career Path & Development Grow at MCM with comprehensive paid training and development programs-including our very own MCM Academy-as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.

  • Pay & Bonuses Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for incentives or annual bonus compensation.

  • Awards & Recognition Enjoy the spotlight with a commitment to honoring great results-ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like our Encore Honors program where you get to choose the prize that best fits your needs!

  • Tuition Assistance Unlock your full potential with tuition reimbursement program aligned to your career goals. We will support your professional development ambitions.

  • Volunteerism Support Enjoy up to 8 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to $2,500 per employee annually.

About the company

Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture and a best-in-class employee experience have earned us accolades including Great Place to Work® certifications in many geographies where we operate. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive at a company that values innovation, inclusion and excellence, then Encore Capital Group is the right place for you., Here at MCM, we are guided by a deep sense of purpose and an unwavering dedication to making a positive difference. Our doors are open to innovative and diverse perspectives, as we foster a collaborative environment where every voice is heard and celebrated. At the core of our success lies a profound commitment to our people - we invest in your growth and development, empowering you to reach your fullest potential and make a lasting impact., Just as we look to improve the financial health and wellbeing of our consumers, we look to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. MCM is dedicated to serving our communities through our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) committees, along with individual and team efforts. This culminates with our Global Volunteering Month every July where we dedicate over 1,000 hours to giving back to our communities everywhere.

You get to work with extraordinarily talented, dedicated people. It’s not the kind of place where you succeed when someone else fails. We’re a consensus-driven company that’s built on trust.

Ryan Bell President of Midland Credit Management

Life At MCM

Step inside MCM and discover a vibrant community where talent and ambition thrive. This video offers an intimate look at the heart of our organization - a place where passionate individuals come together to drive innovation and make a meaningful impact. Join us and unlock a future filled with purpose and success.

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