What are the responsibilities and job description for the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst position at Allied Consultants, Inc.?
Job Details
Allied Consultants has been contracted with the Texas State Government for 33 years, we are a Top Ten ranked vendor, and premier provider of technical and business staffing solutions. We are currently seeking an experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to be a key resource on a technical services team for our client, the Employee Retirement Systems (ERS).
Work hours and Location
• 8:00AM-5:00PM CST Monday through Friday
Job Location: 200 E. 18th Street, Austin, Texas 78701
Hybrid, 2 days remote, 3 days onsite- Candidates must be local to Austin, TX.
Responsibilities:
Performs advanced information security analysis work for the Information Security Office within the Information Systems Division. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. This role will focus on implementing and managing self-assessment projects within our GRC platform, with a strong emphasis on regulatory frameworks and stakeholder engagement.
- Design, configure, and manage self-assessment projects within GRC tools (preferably Diligent).
- Ensure assessments include automated notifications and task assignments to appropriate personnel.
- Interpret and apply regulatory and industry frameworks including:
- Texas Cybersecurity Framework (TCF)
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0
- HIPAA Security Rule
- Other relevant standards (e.g., ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather evidence, track remediation, and report on compliance posture.
- Support internal audits and risk assessments.
- Maintain documentation and ensure continuous improvement of GRC processes.
Other requirements:
- Attends work regularly.
- Must dress appropriately for a business environment.
- Communicates respectfully and works harmoniously with all co-workers, customers and vendors.
- Provides exceptional customer service.
- Is flexible; able to work under pressure and able to adapt to change; and able to work on multiple problems and tasks.
- Takes initiative to prevent and solve problems
Qualifications
Minimum (Required):
- Strong understanding of NIST CISF 2.0, HIPPA and state-level frameworks (Texas
- Cybersecurity Framework)
- Experience designing workflows and notifications within GRC tools
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
3 years of:
- Experience in a GRC, cybersecurity, or compliance role.
- Hands-on experience with GRC platforms (Diligent preferred).
Preferred (Optional):
- Familiarity with risk management methodologies
- Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP or CGRC
Overview
Allied Consultants offers its family of consultants excellent rates, a local support staff, and an attractive benefits package which includes medical insurance (Allied shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan and a cafeteria plan. Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State Law. Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background check. Allied Consultants is an equal opportunities employer.