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Security Risk Manager

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$194K - $220K/yr

Our security team protects Asana's employees, users, and customers by proactively addressing ... analysis. You back up risk ratings with numbers, not just color codes. * Hands-on experience ...

... security risk, and model risk. * Track, manage, monitor, and report on risk issues and corrective ... Analyze and report Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) metrics. * Prepare ...

... security risk, and model risk. * Track, manage, monitor, and report on risk issues and corrective ... Analyze and report Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) metrics. * Prepare ...

Security Risk Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$194K - $220K/yr

Our security team protects Asana's employees, users, and customers by proactively addressing ... analysis. You back up risk ratings with numbers, not just color codes. * Hands-on experience ...

RISK ANALYST

Canton, CT · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

... security risk, and model risk. * Track, manage, monitor, and report on risk issues and corrective ... Analyze and report Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) metrics. * Prepare ...

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The Security Risk & Compliance Analyst (Analyst) is responsible for ensuring that Jamf 's security controls, policies, and procedures are implemented in accordance with applicable laws, regulations ...

The Security Risk & Compliance Analyst (Analyst) is responsible for ensuring that Jamf 's security controls, policies, and procedures are implemented in accordance with applicable laws, regulations ...

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How much do security risk analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for security risk analyst in the United States is $50.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a security risk analyst do?

A Security Risk Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to an organization's information systems and data. They analyze security measures, conduct vulnerability assessments, and recommend strategies to protect against threats such as cyberattacks, data breaches, and unauthorized access. Their work helps ensure that a company's digital assets remain safe and compliant with industry regulations. Security Risk Analysts collaborate with IT teams and management to implement effective security policies and respond to incidents as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a security risk analyst?

To thrive as a Security Risk Analyst, you need a strong background in risk assessment, information security principles, and analytical thinking, often supported by a degree in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management frameworks (such as NIST or ISO 27001), security assessment tools, and certifications like CISSP or CISM is highly valuable. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help you translate complex risks for varied stakeholders and drive mitigation strategies. These skills and qualities are crucial for identifying vulnerabilities, minimizing threats, and maintaining organizational security and compliance.

What are some common challenges security risk analysts face when collaborating with other departments?

Security Risk Analysts often work closely with IT, compliance, and business units to assess and mitigate risks. A common challenge is bridging the gap between technical security requirements and business objectives, as not all stakeholders may have a cybersecurity background. Effective communication and education are key to ensuring that risk recommendations are understood and adopted. Additionally, prioritizing risks with limited resources and balancing security with operational needs can be complex, requiring strong collaboration and negotiation skills.

What is the difference between Security Risk Analyst vs Security Analyst?

AspectSecurity Risk AnalystSecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISACompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentRisk assessment, vulnerability analysis, policy developmentMonitoring security systems, incident response, security audits
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial, healthcare, government sectors focusing on risk mitigationIT departments across various industries focusing on security operations

While both roles focus on cybersecurity, Security Risk Analysts primarily assess and manage potential security threats and vulnerabilities, emphasizing risk mitigation strategies. Security Analysts tend to monitor security systems, respond to incidents, and ensure ongoing security measures. Both roles often require similar certifications and work environments but differ in their core responsibilities within cybersecurity teams.

What is a security risk analyst?

A security risk analyst is a professional who identifies, assesses, and mitigates security threats to an organization’s information systems. They analyze vulnerabilities, develop security strategies, and often use tools like risk assessment frameworks and security software to protect data and infrastructure.
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Senior Information Security Risk Analyst

FM

Johnston, RI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world's largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.

Work Schedule
This position requires on-site work one day per week at our Corporate Headquarters and flexibility to be on-site when needed based on the demands of the business

Relocation is not offered for this position.

Position Summary

FM is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst with deep expertise in Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), you will play a critical role in protecting FM by assessing how external vendors, SaaS platforms, and cloud solutions interact with our systems and data. This high-impact role where your expertise in cyber risk, vendor security, and cloud architecture will help shape business decisions, strengthen our security posture, and support innovation in a secure way. This includes reviewing both the vendor's security control environment and the specific solution being implemented, with a focus on data handling, storage, and integration with internal systems.

You will partner closely with business, technology, and procurement teams to identify risks and recommend practical, business-aligned mitigation strategies.

You will lead end-to-end cybersecurity risk assessments of third-party vendors and solutions—going beyond standard due diligence to evaluate real-world risk across systems, data, and integrations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end third-party solution risk assessments and vendor security reviews across the vendor lifecycle, including due diligence, onboarding, ongoing monitoring, and reassessments.
  • Evaluate vendor security programs, control effectiveness, and governance, along with deep-dive assessment of the specific product being implemented including solution architecture, data flows, and integration points.
  • Identify and communicate inherent and residual cyber risks related to data protection, privacy, IAM, privileged access, system connectivity, and external attack surface exposure.
  • Review and interpret security documentation, including SOC 1/SOC 2 reports, ISO 27001 certifications, audit reports, architecture diagrams, data flow diagrams, and technical configurations.
  • Recommend practical risk mitigation strategies, including compensating controls, secure design changes, and contractual safeguards to support risk-informed decisions.
  • Partner with business, technology, procurement, and legal teams to support risk acceptance, exception management, and third-party risk governance.
  • Contribute to the evolution of FM's third-party risk management framework, methodology, and standards in alignment with NIST, ISO 27001, NYDFS, and other applicable regulatory expectations.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or cyber risk, with a background in third-party risk management (TPRM), IT risk, audit, incident response, or access management.
  • Experience assessing vendor security posture in cloud (SaaS/PaaS)and enterprise environments.

Technical Expertise

  • Strong understanding of systems, networks, application architecture, cloud security, and secure system design across AWS, Azure, SaaS, PaaS, APIs, and enterprise integrations.
  • Experience evaluating data flows, data classification, data protection, data governance, and secure data handling practices.
  • Knowledge of IAM, SSO, federation, privileged access, cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methodologies.
  • Ability to interpret SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO certifications, and other third-party assurance artifacts to identify control gaps and residual risk.

Risk & Analysis:

  • Ability to identify, assess, and clearly communicate complex cyber risks, trade-offs, and residual risk.
  • Experience recommending practical, business-aligned risk based mitigation strategies, including compensating controls and secure design changes.
  • Strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and risk-based decision-making.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Ability to translate technical findings into clear, business-relevant insights and recommendations.
  • Strong stakeholder management and partnership across business, technology, procurement, and legal teams.
  • Collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with strong influencing skills in a fast-paced assessment environment.
  • High degree of professional skepticism and curiosity when evaluating vendor claims and evidence
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining quality and consistency of assessments

Tools & Certifications:

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CSA, CISM, Security+, GIAC, CEH, or similar are strongly desired.

Education

Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field required. An equivalent of relevant work experience will also be considered.

The hiring range for this position is $106,000- $152,000. The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, and time off, including vacation and sick time.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

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Industry

Plastics product manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Rogers, AR, US

Year founded

1980

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