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Remote Merchant Risk Analyst Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

Alera Group

Risk Analyst

Deerfield, IL · On-site +1

$87K - $110K/yr

OVERVIEW Risk Analyst Location ... Deerfield, IL | Remote Department: Corporate Services Overview At Alera Group, our corporate teams ...

Epitec

Third Party Risk Mgmt Consultant II

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$45 - $55/hr

Third Party Risk Management Consultant II (TPRM Continuous Monitoring Analyst) * Location: Chicago, IL (Remote considered, Chicago preferred) * Job Type: Full Time, Contract * Expected Hours per Week ...

Wood Plc

GIS Analyst - FEMA

Chicago, IL · Remote

... Remote Skills / Qualifications Required: * 2 - 5 years of GIS project experience * BA/BS in GIS ... Experience with FEMA's Risk MAP and National Flood Insurance Program (strongly preferred)

NinjaTrader

GRC Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$130K - $145K/yr

Support risk assessments, including likelihood and impact scoring, treatment planning, and ... We are not open to remote candidates for this role. Hybrid: For Chicago-based employees, we follow ...

YO AI Labs

In-House Counsel - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$90 - $150/hr

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced In-House Counsels with a strong background in ... Legal Risk Analysis * Commercial Contracting * Structured Legal Feedback * Legal Technology ...

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How much do remote merchant risk analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote merchant risk analyst in Lake Forest, IL is $40.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.52 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Merchant Risk Analyst vs Remote Fraud Analyst?

AspectRemote Merchant Risk AnalystRemote Fraud Analyst
CredentialsExperience in risk management, certifications like CFE or CRCM often preferredSimilar certifications, focus on fraud detection and prevention
Work EnvironmentTypically in e-commerce, payment processing, or financial services companiesOften in banking, credit card companies, or online payment platforms
Industry UsageUsed in retail, e-commerce, and financial sectors to assess merchant risksCommon in banking and credit card industries to identify fraudulent activities

Both roles focus on risk assessment but differ in their primary focus: Merchant Risk Analysts evaluate merchant stability and compliance, while Fraud Analysts detect and prevent fraudulent transactions. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers target the right roles in the industry.

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Infographic showing various Remote Merchant Risk Analyst job openings in Lake Forest, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 47% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,379 per year, or $40.1 per hour.

Risk Analyst

Alera Group

Deerfield, IL • On-site, Remote

$87K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Perform third-party security and compliance risk assessments for new and existing vendors.

  • Review SOC reports, security questionnaires, audit documentation, and certifications to identify control gaps and potential business impacts.

  • Coordinate and execute user access reviews, validating access appropriateness and ensuring issues are remediated promptly.

Alera Group rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

226th of 315 rated insurance

Job description

OVERVIEW
Risk Analyst

Location: Deerfield, IL | Remote
Department: Corporate Services

Overview

At Alera Group, our corporate teams play a critical role in supporting the success of colleagues and clients across the country. From Human Resources and Finance to Technology, Legal, Marketing, and Operations, these professionals ensure our organization runs efficiently while enabling our teams to deliver exceptional service.

About Alera Group

Founded in 2017, Alera Group has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With offices nationwide, our collaborative approach allows us to deliver national strength with local service.

We are always looking to connect with talented professionals who want to contribute to a collaborative, high-growth environment and help drive strategic initiatives across a national organization.

Why Join Alera Group?
  • Collaborate with purpose – Work alongside colleagues who believe the best results come from strong partnerships, shared expertise, and supporting one another.
  • Build your career – Expand your expertise through meaningful work, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow across a national organization.
  • Make an impact – Help clients navigate complex challenges while contributing to solutions that make a difference for their businesses, employees, and communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform third-party security and compliance risk assessments for new and existing vendors, evaluating risk exposure, control effectiveness, business impact, and remediation requirements
  • Review SOC reports, security questionnaires, audit documentation, certifications, and other evidence to identify control gaps and potential business impacts
  • Coordinate and execute user access reviews, validating access appropriateness and ensuring identified issues are remediated promptly
  • Document risks, findings, recommendations, and remediation plans while maintaining accurate records within governance, risk, and compliance platforms
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders by asking thoughtful questions, identifying underlying business needs, assessing potential risks, and translating ambiguous requests into clear risk assessment, governance, and compliance activities
  • Partner with Information Security, Technology, Legal, Procurement, and business stakeholders to identify requirements, resolve risk and compliance issues, and drive effective risk-based decision-making
  • Support internal and external audits, regulatory examinations, and compliance activities through evidence collection and documentation management
  • Develop risk metrics, reporting, and dashboards that drive visibility, support decision-making, and measure the effectiveness of third-party risk and governance programs
  • Identify opportunities to improve risk management processes, controls, reporting, governance practices, and automation capabilities

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity risk, IT risk, information security, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), third-party risk, IT audit, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience performing third-party or vendor security risk assessments
  • Experience coordinating or performing user access reviews, access certifications, or identity governance activities
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity and compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF, SOC 2, CIS Controls, HIPAA, or similar standards
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills with the ability to evaluate complex situations, identify underlying business and risk requirements, and effectively communicate recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience working with GRC, ticketing, identity governance, or third-party risk management platforms
  • Exercise sound judgment when evaluating risk scenarios, identifying gaps in information, and determining appropriate next steps, stakeholders, and remediation activities
Certifications
  • CISA, CGRC or equivalent preferred
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience within a regulated industry such as insurance, financial services, or healthcare
  • Experience supporting SOC 2, HIPAA, NYDFS, or similar regulatory and compliance programs
  • Experience with automated identity governance, access certification, or third-party risk management solutions
  • Experience supporting internal or external security and compliance audits
  • Ability to independently research requirements, develop risk-based recommendations, and communicate findings to stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to gather and clarify ambiguous requirements, ask effective probing questions, and develop practical risk-based solutions in collaboration with business stakeholders
Compensation
  • Salary Range: $87,000 - $110,000 annually
  • Bonus Eligible: Yes
Benefits

Eligible colleagues enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Model:
This role is Remote
Preference for Central or Eastern Time Zone

Professional Development – Alera Group Academy

At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through Alera Group Academy, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career.

You’ll have access to:

  • Role-specific learning paths

  • Leadership development programs

  • Technical and compliance training

  • Industry certifications and continuing education support

  • Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities

Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’re invested in helping you grow.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.

Alera Group is committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand what personal information we may collect and use as part of your application process.

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Hybrid - 2 or less days in officeQualifications:

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity risk, IT risk, information security, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), third-party risk, IT audit, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience performing third-party or vendor security risk assessments
  • Experience coordinating or performing user access reviews, access certifications, or identity governance activities
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity and compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF, SOC 2, CIS Controls, HIPAA, or similar standards
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills with the ability to evaluate complex situations, identify underlying business and risk requirements, and effectively communicate recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience working with GRC, ticketing, identity governance, or third-party risk management platforms
  • Exercise sound judgment when evaluating risk scenarios, identifying gaps in information, and determining appropriate next steps, stakeholders, and remediation activities
Certifications
  • CISA, CGRC or equivalent preferred
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience within a regulated industry such as insurance, financial services, or healthcare
  • Experience supporting SOC 2, HIPAA, NYDFS, or similar regulatory and compliance programs
  • Experience with automated identity governance, access certification, or third-party risk management solutions
  • Experience supporting internal or external security and compliance audits
  • Ability to independently research requirements, develop risk-based recommendations, and communicate findings to stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to gather and clarify ambiguous requirements, ask effective probing questions, and develop practical risk-based solutions in collaboration with business stakeholders
Compensation
  • Salary Range: $87,000 - $110,000 annually
  • Bonus Eligible: Yes
Benefits

Eligible colleagues enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
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