Intermediate Risk and Control Analyst

Job summary

Assess control design against identified risks and test operating effectiveness using sample-based or data-driven methods. Verify that controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies, following established testing steps and documentation standards.

Job details

Experience Range: 5 – 8 years---------Must Have Technical/Functional Skills • At least 5+ years of experience in Operational Controls Testing • Perform control design assessments to ensure adequacy against identified risks • Execute operating effectiveness testing (sample-based / data-driven) • Ensure controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies • Strong understanding of banking operations, operational risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements • Experience with control testing tools & GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC) • Certifications preferred: CPA / CIA / CISA / CRISC / FRM (any relevant) Roles & Responsibilities • At least 5+ years of experience in Operational Controls Testing in Banking Domain mainly • Perform control design assessments to ensure adequacy against identified risks • Execute operating effectiveness testing (sample-based / data-driven) • Ensure controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies • Strong understanding of banking operations, operational risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements • Experience with control testing tools & GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC) Certifications preferred: CPA / CIA / CISA / CRISC / FRM (any relevant) Generic Managerial Skills, If any • Good command of written English & good verbal communication skills. • Propose solution to complex questions for brainstorming and guidance from director or manager • Willing to follow instructions in how to conduct control testing based on predefined test steps. • Follow test documentation rules and understand that word choices, tone, and How to number workpapers can be a difference between believable conclusion and questionable conclusion from test team. • Open mindset – Ready to ask clarifying questions and avoid repeated questions that were answered more than 2 to 3 times. (It is okay to require up to 2 to 3 reminders). • Be clear and concise of estimated time to completion. • Bring the best self by being active engaged and actively listen to instructions and responses to questions. Key Words to search in Resume Banking, Controls Testing, GRC, CPA / CIA / CISA / CRISC / FRM, operating effectiveness, Design Effectiveness

What you’ll do

Assess control design against identified risks and test operating effectiveness using sample-based or data-driven methods. Verify that controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies, following established testing steps and documentation standards.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of operational controls testing experience, primarily in banking, and a strong understanding of banking operations, operational risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Experience with GRC platforms such as Archer or ServiceNow GRC is expected; CPA, CIA, CISA, CRISC, or FRM certifications are preferred.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Operational Controls Testing
• Control Design Assessment
• Operating Effectiveness Testing
• Sample-Based Testing
• Data-Driven Testing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Banking Operations
• Operational Risk Frameworks
• Archer
• ServiceNow GRC
• Workpaper Documentation
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics

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