Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst

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.