Operational Risk Analyst – ICFRSOX Control Tester
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Job Location:
Merrifield, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description:
See attached and below Job Description
Position: REL Operational Risk Analyst - ICFR/SOX Control Tester
Experience Level 2 (5-10yrs)
Location: Candidate can be in GPO (Pensacola FL) WCC (Winchester VA) or HQ (Vienna VA)
**Bill Rate Max: Submit each candidate accordingly based on location (below)**
GPO (Pensacola FL): Max Bill Rate $85.00/HR
WCC (Winchester VA): Max Bill Rate $95.00/HR
HQ (Vienna VA): Max Bill Rate $100.00/HR
Shift (Time): 8:00am 5:00pm EST
Campus Reporting Type: Hybrid with the expectation to report onsite a minimum of 2 days per week (Ensuring to meet NFCU Hybrid Guidelines)
**Hybrid expectations change April 2026 to a minimum of 3 days per week however 2 days per week will be required until the anticipated change in policy
Overtime: Overtime will not be available for this contract position
Contract End Date: 6 months from start
Requirements:
Bachelor s Degree in Economics Business Engineering Technology Statistics Math or other analytical field
Controls Testing (SOX Compliance and other Operational) Experience - Required
Prior Risk Management Data Analytics or Internal Audit experience at a Financial Institution
Hands-on experience with GRC Systems
Performed and facilitated Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSAs) - Required
Experience in identification tracking management and reporting of Issues & Findings
Understanding of inherent and residual risks; experience with key versus non-key control identification
Working knowledge of industry best practices
Plus:
Big 4 or other consulting experience
Experience working with Banking or Credit Union Regulators
Knowledge of Real Estate Lending
Experience with Federal Bank regulators or NCUA CFPB Freddie Mac Fannie Mae FHA and VA requirements
Risk Management or Regulatory Compliance Certification such as PRM or FRM a plus
Responsibilities:
1st LOD role executing Control testing for SOX/Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for NFCU s largest product portfolio Real Estate Lending
Support and regularly interact with Senior Management
Help develop and implement operational risk management frameworks methodologies reporting quantification/testing policies standards and procedures as appropriate
Responsible for implementing effective programs and measures designed to identify and mitigate risks associated with Real Estate Lending (REL).
Promote operational efficiency and service excellence through appropriate risk management strategies process improvements and training while reducing and mitigating operational reputation legal and financial losses.
Collaborate with Real Estate Lending and other operational risk teams across the company
Routinely liaise with internal and external audit/exam functions and entities
Manage timely resolution remediation status and general reporting of Operational risk issues/findings and Events
Review and edit Policies and Procedures supporting the business
Perform root cause analysis on issues and findings as appropriate
Evaluate the adequacy of corrective action and report on the status of approved recommendations
Ensure the business units adherence to remediation actions
Recommend and implement solutions to enhance/upgrade processes and supporting systems
Other Skills:
Experience balancing stakeholders
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work independently exercise sound judgment and initiative display a high degree of initiative and integrity
Highly effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills including the ability to persuade and influence management decisions to interact effectively with Sr. levels of staff and to communicate complex information in an easily understandable manner
Significant knowledge of and proficiency in data analysis reporting and external research including the ability to develop conclusions and feasible alternatives to formulate courses of action including forecasting and cost- benefit analysis
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to guide others and prioritize multiple duties to achieve results in a multi-tasked time sensitive office environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Excellent organizational planning and time management skills
Position: REL Operational Risk Analyst - ICFR/SOX Control Tester
Experience Level 2 (5-10yrs)
Location: Candidate can be in GPO (Pensacola FL) WCC (Winchester VA) or HQ (Vienna VA)
**Bill Rate Max: Submit each candidate accordingly based on location (below)**
GPO (Pensacola FL): Max Bill Rate $85.00/HR
WCC (Winchester VA): Max Bill Rate $95.00/HR
HQ (Vienna VA): Max Bill Rate $100.00/HR
Shift (Time): 8:00am 5:00pm EST
Campus Reporting Type: Hybrid with the expectation to report onsite a minimum of 2 days per week (Ensuring to meet NFCU Hybrid Guidelines)
**Hybrid expectations change April 2026 to a minimum of 3 days per week however 2 days per week will be required until the anticipated change in policy
Overtime: Overtime will not be available for this contract position
Contract End Date: 6 months from start
Requirements:
Bachelor s Degree in Economics Business Engineering Technology Statistics Math or other analytical field
Controls Testing (SOX Compliance and other Operational) Experience - Required
Prior Risk Management Data Analytics or Internal Audit experience at a Financial Institution
Hands-on experience with GRC Systems
Performed and facilitated Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSAs) - Required
Experience in identification tracking management and reporting of Issues & Findings
Understanding of inherent and residual risks; experience with key versus non-key control identification
Working knowledge of industry best practices
Plus:
Big 4 or other consulting experience
Experience working with Banking or Credit Union Regulators
Knowledge of Real Estate Lending
Experience with Federal Bank regulators or NCUA CFPB Freddie Mac Fannie Mae FHA and VA requirements
Risk Management or Regulatory Compliance Certification such as PRM or FRM a plus
Responsibilities:
1st LOD role executing Control testing for SOX/Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for NFCU s largest product portfolio Real Estate Lending
Support and regularly interact with Senior Management
Help develop and implement operational risk management frameworks methodologies reporting quantification/testing policies standards and procedures as appropriate
Responsible for implementing effective programs and measures designed to identify and mitigate risks associated with Real Estate Lending (REL).
Promote operational efficiency and service excellence through appropriate risk management strategies process improvements and training while reducing and mitigating operational reputation legal and financial losses.
Collaborate with Real Estate Lending and other operational risk teams across the company
Routinely liaise with internal and external audit/exam functions and entities
Manage timely resolution remediation status and general reporting of Operational risk issues/findings and Events
Review and edit Policies and Procedures supporting the business
Perform root cause analysis on issues and findings as appropriate
Evaluate the adequacy of corrective action and report on the status of approved recommendations
Ensure the business units adherence to remediation actions
Recommend and implement solutions to enhance/upgrade processes and supporting systems
Other Skills:
Experience balancing stakeholders
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work independently exercise sound judgment and initiative display a high degree of initiative and integrity
Highly effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills including the ability to persuade and influence management decisions to interact effectively with Sr. levels of staff and to communicate complex information in an easily understandable manner
Significant knowledge of and proficiency in data analysis reporting and external research including the ability to develop conclusions and feasible alternatives to formulate courses of action including forecasting and cost- benefit analysis
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to guide others and prioritize multiple duties to achieve results in a multi-tasked time sensitive office environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Excellent organizational planning and time management skills
| Hybrid Status |
Additional Details
- Hybrid Status : Hybrid
- Alternate Job Title : REL Operational Risk Analyst
- REL Contractor Titles : Analytics - Data
- Contractor Experience Level : 2
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Operational Risk Management
- Risk Management
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean
- Process Improvement
- Pricing
- Customer Support
- Alteryx
- Kaizen
- Project Management Lifecycle
