DescriptionThe Senior IT Risk Analyst at UCLA Health Sciences plays a central role in the risk assessment lifecycle for both new and existing solutions. The responsibilities include performing risk assessments and developing risk management tactics and strategies and sustaining a thorough understanding of the IT needs for both third-party and security assessments. This understanding is achieved by building strong relationships and developing collaborative solutions that align with the stakeholders' needs. The Analyst must also be able to operate within both structured and unstructured environments and various levels of process maturity. The Analyst is responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of third-party and security assessments to protect sensitive data, critical systems, and infrastructure. This role involves regular engagement with enterprise stakeholders, IT technical teams, and vendors, enforcing compliance with UCLA Health Sciences' policies, procedures, HIPAA/FERPA standards, and all other relevant regulations. In addition, the Analyst must display thoughtful decision-making skills, meticulously weighing the risk and business impact of each choice. They should also be proficient at conveying the rationale behind their decisions to a diverse audience, including both technical and non-technical individuals. Being well-organized and committed to keeping all information current and accurately managed is also a significant part of this role. This is a flex-hybrid role which will require you to be onsite at least six days a quarter or as needed by operational need. Please note that there are no reimbursements for travel to "home office" location. Each employee must complete a FlexWork Agreement with their manager which will outline arrangement parameters and aids both parties in fully understanding expectations. Arrangements are regularly evaluated, and are subject to termination. Salary offers are determined based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, and equity. The full salary range for this position is $95,900 - $222,100 annually. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is approximately between the minimum and $150,000 annually. This is a one year contract role. Contracts may convert to career.