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GRC Analyst
full time junior Apr 21, 2026
About this role
About the Role
The GRC analyst helps maintain A-LIGN’s management system as it relates to information security standards. In this role, you will be responsible for the coordination, maintenance, and improvement of A-LIGN’s corporate compliance program, including internal and external audits.
Reports to
Director of Compliance and Program Management
Pay Classification
Full-Time
Responsibilities
Support information security compliance programs across applicable frameworks, including SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, FedRAMP, CMMC, and NIST 800-53/171
Coordinate audit, assessment and testing activities with internal and external stakeholders
Validate identified findings and nonconformities, manage remediation tracking, monitor resolution progress, and report status to stakeholders
Review, update, and maintain information security documentation in accordance with applicable standards and organizational objectives
Maintain and update the GRC platform (Optro) current with risk, control, and compliance data
Assist with the implementation and ongoing management of data loss prevention (DLP) programs, including false positive identification, policy violations, incident monitoring and response coordination
Support third-party risk management activities, including contractor oversight and vendor due diligence reviews
Assist with client-issued security questionnaires and assessments
Assist with risk management, vulnerability management, incident reviews, data disposal reviews, and BC/DR planning and testing
Monitor and track employee completion of security training and awareness programs
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Business or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
EXPERIENCE
At least 1 year of IT security, governance, risk, or compliance-related experience
Knowledge of security and risk frameworks
Preferred knowledge of SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, FedRAMP, CMMC, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171
Preferred: Knowledge of GRC tools (Optro, OneTrust, etc.)
CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred: CISA, CISM, Security+, CCSK, ISO Lead Auditor
SKILLS
Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively
Benefits
Employer Paid Life & Health Insurance Competitive Bonus Structure Home Office Reimbursement Technology Allowance Certification Reimbursement BeneficiaT Discount Loyalty Program Personalized Career Coaching Generous Paid Time Off Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1 Summer Hours
About A-LIGN
A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com.
Come Work for A-LIGN!
Apply online today at A-LIGN.com and learn about life at A-LIGN by following us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-lign/posts/?feedView=all.
A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Offices: (Bulgaria); Panama - Virtual (Panama);