Marquette University · 17 hours ago
Compliance and Risk Analyst- hybrid (Milwaukee-based)
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMarquette University is seeking a Compliance and Risk Analyst who will support the university's efforts to maintain a secure and compliant IT environment. The role involves conducting compliance and risk assessments, implementing IT risk management systems, and developing policies and training initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Work with their leader in designing and executing compliance and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of both new and existing controls across IT systems, applications, policies, or services throughout the university. Generate reports and address key findings and outcomes of assessment activities, the IT risk environment, and its related controls
Support the development and ongoing enhancements of IT compliance and risk management systems, including, but not limited to: data loss prevention, third party risk management, and insider risk management. Monitor, investigate and remediate alerts to ensure adherence to regulatory and institutional standards
Use analytics to track compliance metrics and key risk indicators, identifying trends and areas for improvement. Pro-actively identify initiatives and changes at the university and assess their impact on the control environment and implement strategies to minimize them
Contribute to the development, enhancements and delivery of training sessions to educate faculty, staff and students on compliance standards and risk management practices
Build and sustain collaborative relationships with university departments and functional areas. Apply compliance expertise and institutional knowledge to provide practical, risk informed recommendations that support academic and administrative goals
Draft, update and maintain internal policies and risk management frameworks to address evolving threats. Ensure accurate maintenance of compliance documentation within the university Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software
Develop and maintain up to date knowledge of compliance frameworks, as well as corresponding risks and controls related to higher education and relevant business process cycles
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Information Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
A minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in an applicable risk management or IT environment
Experience with understanding complex processes and proven ability to analyze complex problems, and identify trends, vulnerabilities and areas of improvement using risk indicators and compliance data
A strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, higher education operations, and IT governance is essential to ensure institutional resilience and regulatory alignment
Proven ability to build relationships across departments, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and meet deadlines in a team emphasized environment
Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset
Preferred
Masters degree with IT knowledge or Business
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Previous knowledge or familiarity with the following: Control frameworks, such as NIST 800-171, PCI DSS, HIPAA, or FERPA
GRC tool management
Third party vendor management monitoring tools
Application management or administration
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
403(b) with up to 8% university match
Generous time off package
Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement
Company
Marquette University
Marquette is a Catholic and Jesuit university in Milwaukee dedicated to serving God.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Darren Wheelock
Co-Founder and Faculty Liaison for the Educational Prepared Program
Heather Hlavka (she/her)
Co-Founder & Director: Marquette Legal Education and Research Network (MLEARN)
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