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Security GRC Analyst

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

Conduct and support risk assessments in partnership with internal Security colleagues and relevant business stakeholders. * Help monitor control effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve ...

Roblox

Senior Security GRC Analyst

San Mateo, CA

$109K - $142K/yr

... Risk (FAIR), to assess and prioritize the security risks that matter most to Roblox. GRC partners closely with Engineering, Legal, Finance, and leadership - including providing regular reporting to ...

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Security GRC Analyst

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Conduct and support risk assessments in partnership with internal Security colleagues and relevant business stakeholders. * Help monitor control effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve ...

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Security GRC Analyst

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

Conduct and support risk assessments in partnership with internal Security colleagues and relevant business stakeholders. * Help monitor control effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve ...

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How much do freelance security risk assessment jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance security risk assessment in Berkeley, CA is $58.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.71 and $75.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Security Risk Assessment vs Security Consultant?

AspectFreelance Security Risk AssessmentSecurity Consultant
CredentialsCertifications like CISSP, CISA, or CEH often requiredSimilar certifications, often with additional experience requirements
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, often remote or on-site at client locationsTypically employed by firms or consulting agencies, may work on multiple projects
Industry UsageUsed by organizations seeking independent risk assessmentsEngaged for broader security strategy, policy development, and consulting

While both roles involve assessing security risks, Freelance Security Risk Assessments focus on independent, project-specific evaluations, whereas Security Consultants often provide ongoing security advice and strategy within organizations or consulting firms.

What cities near Berkeley, CA are hiring for Freelance Security Risk Assessment jobs?

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Infographic showing various Freelance Security Risk Assessment job openings in Berkeley, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,501 per year, or $58.4 per hour.

Security Analyst - Must reside in CA, or be willing to relocate

Ioaging

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$134K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the "status-quo" and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

The Security Analyst is responsible for assessing information risk and facilitates remediation of identified vulnerabilities for IT security and risk across the agency.

Key duties and responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:

  • Assessing information risk and facilitates remediation of identified vulnerabilities with IOA's network, systems, and applications
  • Performing vulnerability assessments utilizing IT security tools and methodologies
  • Performing assessments of the IT security/risk posture within the network, systems, and software applications, in addition to assessments within the Vendor Management Program
  • Identifying opportunities to reduce risk and documents remediation options regarding acceptance or mitigation of risk scenarios
  • Facilitating and monitoring the performance of risk remediation tasks and changes related to risk mitigation
  • Reporting findings and making recommendations for corrective action
  • Maintaining oversight of IT and vendors regarding the security maintenance of their systems and applications
  • Providing regular status reports that include outstanding issues
  • Assisting in all IT audits, risk assessments and regulatory compliance matters
  • Performing IT security and risk assessments across the enterprise (e.g., data systems, network and/or web). This includes Data Loss Prevention, Advanced Threat Detection, Identity Access Management, End-Point Security, and Forensic Analysis
  • Facilitating and monitoring IT Security incident management and response
  • Addressing questions from internal and external audits and examinations
  • Providing guidance and best practice recommendations for IT security policies, procedures, and standards that meet regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, SOC2, HITRUST, and PCI
  • Creating and facilitating IT security/risk training curriculum for the enterprise
  • Serving as project manager/lead for IT security projects
  • Leading IT architecture security risk assessments and developing solutions/processes


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associates degree or higher in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline
  • 4+ years of IT security or information security experience
  • 2+ years of experience conducting IT compliance assessments (e.g., HIPAA, HITRUST, PCI, etc.)
  • 2+ years of experience administering IT security controls
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technical infrastructure, networks, databases, and systems in relation to IT Security and IT Risk
  • Experience with IPS/IDS and SIEM technologies
  • Windows workstation and server administration experience
  • Experience producing and reviewing security reports, findings, and metrics
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Excellent MS Office skills

COMPENSATION:

Range: $ 130,000 to $134,000/annual

This amount is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors.

This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included.

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