Security Analyst - GRC
TEKsystems · Irving, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $65,000 / year
- Irving, TX
Job highlights
- Manage cyber risk program execution and maturation.
- Facilitate risk acceptance with leadership.
- Develop executive-level risk presentations.
- Maintain cyber risk register and actions.
- Analyze and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
About the role
About the Role
Our client's Cyber Risk Management team is seeking a resource to support the execution and maturation of the enterprise cyber risk program. This role focuses on risk acceptance facilitation, executive communication, qualitative risk analysis, and risk register lifecycle management. This role would also have an opportunity to help design and provide input to the direction of the cyber risk program through several process improvement workstreams occurring throughout 2026. The ideal candidate provides an external perspective and contributes to both execution and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate risk acceptance and awareness discussions with leadership; translate technical risks into business terms.
- Develop executive-ready presentations and proactively anticipate leadership questions and data needs.
- Maintain and track the cyber risk register, including follow-up on remediation actions and acceptance decisions.
- Perform qualitative risk analysis (likelihood and impact) using scenario-based models.
- Evaluate control effectiveness and compensating controls; provide risk-based recommendations.
- Support and contribute to the design and improvement of the cyber risk management program and associated processes.
Skills Required
- Compliance
- GRC
- Cyber Risk
- FAIR
- NIST
- ISO27001
- ServiceNow IRM
Additional Skills & Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- Prior experience with FAIR (Factor Analysis of Information Risk).
- Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, or similar frameworks.
- Experience with ServiceNow IRM or similar GRC platforms.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC).
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX. This is a fully onsite position in Irving, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Short and long-term disability, Health Spending Account (HSA), Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Key skills/competency
- GRC Security Analyst
- Cyber Risk Management
- Risk Acceptance
- Executive Communication
- Qualitative Risk Analysis
- Risk Register Management
- Process Improvement
- NIST Frameworks
- ISO 27001 Compliance
- ServiceNow IRM
Skills & topics
- GRC Security Analyst
- Cyber Risk Management
- Risk Acceptance
- Executive Communication
- Qualitative Risk Analysis
- Risk Register Management
- Process Improvement
- NIST
- ISO27001
- ServiceNow IRM
- Compliance
- FAIR
- Security Analyst
- Contract
- Irving
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight GRC, Cyber Risk, FAIR, NIST, and ISO27001 experience.
- Showcase platform skills: Emphasize experience with ServiceNow IRM or similar GRC tools.
- Quantify achievements: Use numbers to demonstrate your impact in risk management.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss translating technical risks into business terms.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific GRC frameworks are most important for the Security Analyst role at TEKsystems?
- For the Security Analyst position at TEKsystems, familiarity with NIST and ISO 27001 is highly valued. Prior experience with FAIR (Factor Analysis of Information Risk) is also a significant plus, as is experience with ServiceNow IRM or similar GRC platforms.
- What is the typical experience level for this GRC Security Analyst role?
- This role is classified as an Intermediate Level position. Candidates are expected to have prior experience in cyber risk management, compliance, and GRC principles.
- How does TEKsystems utilize AI in its hiring process for this Security Analyst position?
- TEKsystems may use AI tools to assist in sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates for the Security Analyst role. While AI helps assess applications, final hiring decisions are made by the human hiring team.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Security Analyst in this Cyber Risk Management team?
- The Security Analyst will facilitate risk acceptance and awareness discussions with leadership, translate technical risks into business terms, develop executive presentations, maintain the cyber risk register, perform qualitative risk analysis, and contribute to program improvement initiatives.
- Does TEKsystems offer benefits for this contract Security Analyst position?
- Yes, eligible contract employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, disability, and other programs. Specific eligibility may depend on job classification and length of employment.
- What is the application deadline for the GRC Security Analyst role?
- The application deadline for this GRC Security Analyst position is anticipated to be June 12, 2026.
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