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MDA Edge

Cybersecurity Risk Analyst

MDA Edge, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by MDA Edge. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $65.00/hr Job Locations: Dallas, TX | Tampa, FL | Jersey City, NJ Note:

Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in the Financial Services Industry. Position Summary:

The

Information Risk Analyst/Cybersecurity Risk Analyst

will be responsible for developing risk assessment questionnaires, conducting risk assessments for applications (on-premises and cloud), infrastructure (on-premises and cloud), and vendors, in accordance with a defined risk framework. These assessments will be executed through a formalized risk assessment program. The role involves identifying risks related to how business and technology teams utilize IT systems and supporting technological infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Conduct research on technology security, cybersecurity best practices, and develop risk assessment questionnaires. Plan and perform risk assessments following the organization's methodology, documenting and communicating control deficiencies in business processes and technology systems. Collaborate with Enterprise IT to address cybersecurity risk findings, new initiatives, and ad hoc processes, covering areas such as databases, operating systems, networking devices, storage systems, and cloud solutions. Provide risk remediation recommendations to business and technology teams to mitigate identified control gaps. Clearly articulate risks in a way that is understandable to both business and technology stakeholders. Evaluate management responses to ensure remediation plans effectively address identified risks. Prepare assessment reports and dashboards for IT owners. Maintain risk documentation within the designated risk register. Guide business and technology teams through policy exception and risk acceptance processes. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the risk assessment process. Required Experience

5+ years

of experience in risk assessment within application security, infrastructure security, or vendor risk management. Experience in the

Financial Services Industry

is preferred but not mandatory. Strong understanding of

Information Risk Management

best practices. Technical proficiency in

cybersecurity concepts and IT systems . Required Knowledge & Skills

Strong technical knowledge of

infrastructure, networks, databases, and systems

and their impact on cybersecurity risk. In-depth understanding of

security methodologies, policies, and industry best practices . Ability to

articulate technical concepts

effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical and

critical thinking skills . Excellent presentation skills

(MS PowerPoint). Proficiency in

data manipulation

using MS Excel. Ability to

build consensus, influence decision-making , and foster collaboration across teams. Strong

written and verbal communication skills . Exceptional

organizational skills

with the ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment. Sound

business judgment

and ability to engage with all levels of management. Education & Certifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred . Relevant industry certifications such as

CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CCSP

are preferred. Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type

Full-time Job function

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