Risk Information Technology and Data Analyst

Regions is hiring a Risk Information Technology and Data Analyst to support IT and Data risk management activities aligned to regulatory expectations and internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT and Data Targeted Risk Assessments, Continuous Monitoring, and Testing across Information Technology and Data, including application development, cyber security, enterprise architecture, business continuity and disaster recovery, data governance, data quality, and change management
• Conduct core risk assessments, including enterprise risk assessment, payment network attestations, and cyber security risk assessment focused on alignment with key regulatory requirements
• Perform gap assessments to evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology and data controls against regulatory and industry requirements
• Review and validate risk analysis work completed by junior team members
• Create and maintain IT and Data Risk Management methodology and related procedures
• Monitor trends and regulatory changes in IT and Data and advise leadership on technology and data initiatives supporting those trends
• Review IT and Data policies and standards to ensure alignment with regulations and industry best practices
• Monitor, track, validate, and report progress toward mitigation and resolution of IT and Data risk issues
• Develop and produce reporting to communicate key risks, findings, and improvement recommendations; participate in discussions with key stakeholders
• Support annual planning, including staffing assessments and identifying training opportunities
• Support regulatory and audit exam readiness by providing risk insights, collecting evidence, and preparing verbal and written materials
• Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders across strategic business groups and technology to provide credible challenge on Technology and Data execution of the risk management framework
• Provide day-to-day guidance and mentoring to junior analysts and help build risk awareness across technology, data, and business functions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 5 years of relevant experience in IT risk, IT audit, technology, cybersecurity, or operational risk
• Strong understanding of risk management, cybersecurity/technology, and compliance principles

Technologies / Tools

• FFIEC
• NIST
• GLBA
• Archer
• ServiceNow
• Microsoft Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Teams, Visio, SharePoint)
• HIPAA

Benefits

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate Volunteer Program

Preferences

• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or CPA
• Experience in a financial institution or public accounting
• Experience with GRC tools (for example, Archer, ServiceNow)
• Strong understanding of key banking regulations and industry standards (for example, FFIEC, GLBA, NIST)
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate technical risks for business audiences
• Experience in operational risk management, compliance, or related risk disciplines
• Ability to balance business needs, technology considerations, and risk management principles
• Experience with data privacy, information protection, HIPAA, or related regulatory requirements (plus), though not required
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills; ability to manage multiple responsibilities with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to influence outcomes and support sound risk-based decision making
• Aptitude and willingness to learn and apply the organization’s risk assessment methodologies and processes

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to adapt to quickly changing environments
• Ability to build effective partnerships
• Ability to mentor and guide less experienced team members
• Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Teams, Visio, SharePoint) and ability to learn additional systems as needed
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Position Details

• Position Type: Full time
• Work Location: Onsite in Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: USD 99,222 - 132,650 per year
• Pay ranges are job specific and provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions
• Pay may be influenced by experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location, and performance
• Job Range Target: Minimum $99,222.20; Median $132,650.00
• Incentive: This job may participate in an annual discretionary bonus plan

Job Application

• Applications are accepted electronically through the Regions career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting