[Remote] Principal IT Risk Management Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Strategic Education, Inc. is dedicated to enabling economic mobility through education. The Principal IT Risk Management Analyst is a senior-level role that leads IT risk management efforts, providing strategic guidance on identifying and assessing technology risks while collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the security and compliance of IT systems.ResponsibilitiesProvide thought leadership and strategic direction in IT risk management, aligning efforts with the organization's goals and risk toleranceCollaborate with executive leadership to define risk management strategies and objectivesIdentify and assess high-impact IT risks, including emerging cybersecurity threats, regulatory compliance gaps, and operational vulnerabilitiesAnalyze complex risk scenarios, evaluating potential business impacts and likelihoodsDevelop and execute comprehensive risk mitigation strategies, ensuring the effective implementation of controls, processes, and frameworksLead the design of risk management initiatives that align with industry best practices and standardsWork closely with IT, cybersecurity, legal, compliance, and business units to integrate risk management principles into day-to-day operationsFacilitate communication and collaboration among teams to ensure a unified approach to risk managementMonitor and interpret relevant IT regulations, standards, and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, FERPA, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS 8) to ensure complianceAdvise on risk management strategies that address compliance requirementsPrepare and deliver clear and concise risk reports for executive management and relevant stakeholdersCommunicate complex technical concepts and risk scenarios in a manner understandable by non-technical audiencesProvide leadership during IT security incidents, guiding incident response teams to minimize impact and ensure effective recoveryReview and enhance incident response plans to reflect lessons learned and emerging threatsIdentify opportunities to enhance risk assessment methodologies, tools, and processes based on evolving threats and industry trendsDrive continuous improvement initiatives across the risk management functionProvide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the risk management team, fostering professional growth and skill developmentSkillsProven leadership skills with the ability to guide cross-functional teams and provide strategic directionStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to assess complex risk scenarios and recommend effective mitigation strategiesAbility to write and manage policiesExcellent communication and presentation skills to convey technical information to various stakeholdersFamiliarity with security technologies, security frameworks, tools, and industry best practicesProject management skills to drive risk management initiatives and improvementsAbility to adapt to evolving technologies and risks in the IT landscape5+ years of experience in a Senior Analyst role or Similar5+ yrs of experience in IT risk management, with a strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, frameworks, and regulatory requirements5+ yrs experience with Third Party Risk Management3+ yrs experience with Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Platforms, and DevSecOps3+ with incident response, crisis management, and business continuity planningBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, IT Risk Management, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred)Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Project Management Professional are requiredBenefitsCareers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, IncCompany OverviewStrategic Education Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) is dedicated to enabling economic mobility with education. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.strategiceducation.com/home/default.aspx.Company H1B SponsorshipStrategic Education, Inc has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 15 in 2025, 15 in 2024, 12 in 2023, 8 in 2022, 10 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.