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Join to apply for the GRC Analyst role at Apex Systems Job #: 3009968 Role: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst Location: Arlington, VA (2 days onsite) Summary: Apex Systems is seeking a mid-level GRC Analyst to join an Information Security team at one of our financial services clients, to support the continued maturity of our governance, risk, and compliance program. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional who can balance structure with flexibility—someone who can gather and organize evidence, maintain compliance documentation, and contribute to a strong control environment within our Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Qualifications & Experience 3–5 years of experience in GRC, IT audit, compliance, or information security. Strong organizational and documentation skills—able to manage evidence and artifacts systematically. Familiarity with CIS Controls and similar frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, etc.). Experience working with Microsoft 365 tools (especially Power Automate and Power BI). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail, with a process-oriented mindset. Responsibilities Support the execution and maintenance of the organization’s CIS Controls (IG1 & IG2) and overall GRC program. Conduct evidence collection, validation, and organization for audits and control assessments. Maintain documentation for policies, standards, procedures, and compliance reports. Use Microsoft 365 tools—including Power Automate, Power BI, and Microsoft Lists—to manage controls, automate workflows, and maintain accurate dashboards. Participate in risk and compliance reviews, control assessments, and audit remediation activities. Track and report compliance metrics, helping maintain real-time visibility through Power BI dashboards. Collaborate with IT, Risk, and Internal Audit teams to ensure proper control alignment and documentation. Assist in updating and maturing compliance-related process documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the GRC function. Technical Environment Microsoft 365 Ecosystem: Power Automate, Power BI, Microsoft Lists, SharePoint Online, Teams Frameworks: CIS Controls (IG1 & IG2), NIST CSF, Secure Controls Framework (SCF) Tools: Standard Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms Benefits Overview Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401(k) program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers an HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex ... (full EEO statement as originally provided) #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Systems

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