GRC Analyst Intermediate

The GRC Security Analyst

Pay Range: Targeted salary $70,000, depending on education and experience. Benefits Eligible: Yes Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel: Not required

About the role

The GRC Security Analyst is responsible for ensuring the organization's information systems and processes align with established cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory standards. This role conducts in-depth security consultations and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth security consultations and risk assessments
• Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls
• Identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
• 3 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), cybersecurity, information assurance or related field

Qualifications

• Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Skills

• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to teach and guide others
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements
• Understanding of network and system architecture, including common security configurations and vulnerabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying security risks and evaluating mitigation strategies
• Skilled in using risk assessment and compliance tools, vulnerability scanners, and GRC platforms
• Able to interpret and apply security policies, procedures, and technical standards
• Able to assess technical environments for compliance with security and privacy requirements
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Able to adapt to changing technologies, threats, and regulatory landscapes

Benefits

• Extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using a phone
• Requires sound judgment under pressure and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively
• Occasional evening, weekend, or on-call availability during critical incidents or high-severity events

Pay

Targeted salary $70,000, depending on education and experience.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Position Introduction

Join OU Information Technology and be part of a team that advances the University of Oklahoma’s purpose: We Change Lives. Our work supports student success, research innovation, operational excellence, and meaningful service to our university community. If you are driven to solve complex problems, strengthen critical systems, and use technology to create lasting impact across One OU, we invite you to bring your talent, curiosity, and commitment to a team where your work matters...