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GRC Analyst

YipitData

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Original Job Summary

About YipitData

YipitData is the leading market research and analytics firm for the disruptive economy. Recently, they raised $475M from The Carlyle Group with a valuation over $1B. Their proprietary technology analyzes billions of alternative data points to uncover meaningful insights across sectors such as software, AI, cloud, e-commerce, ridesharing, and payments.

What It's Like to Work at YipitData

The culture is award-winning and people-first, emphasizing transparency, collaboration, and continuous growth. It is a launchpad for curious, motivated professionals seeking meaningful impact, rapid growth, and merit-based advancement.

About the Role - GRC Analyst

The Security team is looking for a GRC Analyst to enhance the security, compliance, and risk management program with focus on SOC 2 readiness, compliance with laws, vendor risk management, and security questionnaires. This is a hands-on role focusing on effective implementation of security controls mapped to recognized frameworks, continuous improvement, and audit readiness.

  • Execute SOC 2 program including evidence collection and control testing.
  • Manage vendor security reviews and third-party risk assessments.
  • Collaborate with auditors, internal teams, and external partners.
  • Support compliance with DOJ/CISA requirements and security policies.
  • Work closely with Sales on responding to customer security questionnaires.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess 2–4 years of experience in GRC, security compliance, or audit roles, with direct exposure to SOC 2 programs, vendor risk management, and security questionnaires. A strong understanding of frameworks like NIST CSF, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 is required. Detail orientation, excellent communication skills, and relevant certifications (or progress toward them) are highly valued. A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience is required.

What We Offer

  • Flexible work hours and remote-friendly opportunities.
  • Comprehensive benefits including flexible vacation and a generous 401K match.
  • Parental leave, team events, wellness budgets, and learning reimbursements.
  • Compensation with annual on-target earnings around $87K–$100K.

Key Skills/Competency

  • GRC
  • SOC 2
  • Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Vendor Risk
  • Security Frameworks
  • Audit
  • Evidence Collection
  • Policy Management
  • Documentation

How to Get Hired at YipitData

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Your Resume: Tailor experience to GRC and compliance.
  • Highlight Certifications: Emphasize CISA, CISSP, or similar qualifications.
  • Showcase Audit Experience: Detail SOC 2 and vendor reviews.
  • Prepare Interview Stories: Illustrate successful compliance projects.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review SOC 2 control frameworks.
Practice evidence collection methods.
Study audit process and compliance tools.
Understand vendor risk assessment procedures.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a compliance challenge overcome.
Explain teamwork in audit scenarios.
Discuss handling multiple deadlines.
Illustrate clear communication experiences.