SYSyneos Health
Sr Info Security Risk Analyst I
Hyderabad ₹3-8 LPA Posted 19 Aug 2025
FULL TIME
Vulnerability Management
Analytical Skills
Microsoft Office
Risk Management
Job Description
We are seeking a Sr Info Security Risk Analyst I to join our Governance, Risk, and Assurance (GRA) function. In this hybrid role, you'll be a key player in managing information security risks by evaluating security exceptions, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and mitigate threats.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Serve as a member of the working team for Risk Management within the GRA function.
- Evaluate and manage security exception requests, ensuring compliance with security standards and mitigating associated risks.
- Conduct information security risk assessments of internal processes and IT solutions as a subject matter expert.
- Prepare security exception risk profiles and reports for relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure risk management practices align with business objectives and compliance requirements.
- Identify, analyze, assess, monitor, and track risks in the information security risk register.
- Monitor and manage risk mitigations and exceptions to ensure cybersecurity policies and standards are followed.
- Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and industry developments to provide proactive risk mitigation recommendations.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, or ISO 27001 auditor are a plus.
- Strong process knowledge and ability to design and/or improve risk management processes.
- Experience in utilizing tools for risk profile data collection is desirable.
- Good knowledge of cybersecurity principles, governance, and regulatory compliance.
- Deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies, vulnerability management, and security control frameworks (NIST RMF and CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT).
- Familiarity with security controls, technologies, and best practices to mitigate cyber risks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.