Job Summary

Aptive is seeking a Risk Management Analyst to support digital transformation within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Financial Services Center.

Within the FSC, the Financial Technology Service (FTS) is responsible for all Information Technology including requirements analysis and sizing, backlog management, scrum team governance, incremental/sprint planning, business value, dependency management, risk and impact analysis, scheduling, budget vs actual labor reporting, configuration management, testing, infrastructure operations, application modernization, cyber security, process improvement, and Agile Release Train orchestration.

FTS’s IT products address a broad array of VA’s enterprise requirements including timekeeping and payroll; accounting; financial reporting and auditing; healthcare claims processing; accounts payable and payment processing; employee travel and charge card; employee relocation; financial data analytics; and financial integration.

This role can be performed in Austin, TX or fully remote.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze trends in threat and compliance environment, develop and execute plans for mitigation of risk.
• Communicate progress, findings, and ensure successful resolution of issues.
• Conduct ongoing risk analysis to support the Risk Management and Governance & Compliance programs, emphasizing privacy, security, business resiliency and compliance frameworks.
• Use risk metrics and information to understand current and emerging business risks, such as product launches and new regulations and operational processes, to diagnose issues and drive enhanced risk mitigation processes.
• Review clients' processes and controls against leading practice and industry frameworks, identify gaps in design and execution, and communicate issues and recommendations to engagement leads and client management

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Degree in Electronics Engineering, or A Related Scientific or Technical Discipline is required.(8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education.).
• 10 years related experience required
• Knowledge on Application and Cloud Security industry standards, trends, threats, vulnerabilities, and technology frameworks.
• Strong understanding of risk mitigation, and the design and operation of appropriate controls.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting large Cabinet-level federal agencies, ideally the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Strong customer interaction skills and a demonstrated ability to work with various stakeholders—including government Senior Executives—across multiple tasks.
• Experience developing and delivering compelling, informative, and well written prose is a requirement, as is the ability to manage the editing and coordination among diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with ServiceNow or other similar enterprise risk platforms and tooling
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex issues; desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
• Capable self-starter with a drive to get all types of work done and high attention to detail.
• Excellent ability to communicate across most mediums and settings.
• Knowledge of military and Veteran populations.

About Aptive

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.

COVID 19 Vaccine Statement

This position supports a federal government contract and is subject to government vaccination mandates or other customer vaccination requirements. All new hires are required to report their vaccination status and proof of vaccination, or an adjudicated accommodation may be required for employment.