GRC business Analyst/ Product owner
Role summary
We are seeking an experienced GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Business Analyst / Product Owner to drive regulatory, risk, and compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will bridge business stakeholders, risk teams, and technology partners, ensuring successful delivery of GRC solutions aligned with enterprise and regulatory requirements. This is an onsite contract role requiring collaboration on requirements, product ownership for GRC platforms, and ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks like SOX and GDPR. Responsibilities include data analysis, reporting, and coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Job Title:
GRC Business Analyst / Product Owner (Onsite Contract)
Locations:
- New York City
- Lake Mary
- Pittsburgh
Employment Type:
Contract (Onsite)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Business Analyst / Product Owner
to drive regulatory, risk, and compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will bridge business stakeholders, risk teams, and technology partners, ensuring successful delivery of GRC solutions aligned with enterprise and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Analysis & Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with business, risk, compliance, and technology stakeholders to gather and document requirements
- Translate regulatory and compliance needs into functional and technical specifications
- Conduct workshops, gap analysis, and process mapping
Product Ownership
- Act as Product Owner for GRC platforms and initiatives
- Define and manage product backlog, user stories, and acceptance criteria
- Prioritize features based on regulatory deadlines and business value
- Partner with Agile teams to ensure timely delivery
GRC & Regulatory Compliance
- Support implementation of GRC frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR, risk controls)
- Ensure alignment with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
- Work with audit and compliance teams on assessments and remediation
Data & Reporting
- Develop reporting dashboards for risk metrics and compliance status
- Analyze data to identify trends, control gaps, and risk exposure
Testing & Delivery
- Coordinate UAT (User Acceptance Testing)
- Validate solutions against business requirements
- Ensure smooth production releases and post-implementation support
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
- 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or Product Owner in GRC domain
- Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with GRC tools (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC, MetricStream)
- Certifications such as
CISA, CRISC, or CSPO
- Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries
Key Skills:
- Business Analysis
- Product Ownership
- Risk & Compliance Management
- Agile / Scrum
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement