IT Compliance Analyst

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Ref#9382

 

GRS Recruitment is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for an IT Compliance Analyst to join a leading Banking company based in Malta. This role is perfect for individuals who possess a strong background in IT, particularly in IT Security or IT Audit. Our client is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and security in their operations, making this role vital to their ongoing success.
 
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Provide support in relation to the interpretation and implementation of applicable IT regulations and act as liaison with stakeholders
  • Prepare gap analyses in respect of regulatory requirements related to IT or that require the involvement of the IT Department
  • Coordinate in a timely manner mandatory IT self-evaluations and external IT audits (e.g. but not limited to SWIFT Customer Security Programme, TARGET2 Attestation, and audits required pursuant to PSD2)
  • Act as liaison with the internal or external auditors related to IT
  • Monitor / track IT deliverables pertaining to IT regulatory requirements and IT audit remediation plans
  • Assist in dealing with IT related queries / questionnaires from audit, counterparties and supervisory authorities in a timely manner
  • Assist in Bank-wide projects to ensure that new or existing legal or regulatory requirements involving IT elements and/or IT changes are met 
  • Keep abreast of evolving IT regulatory and IT security regulatory issues concerning the IT sphere
  • Prepare and maintain policies, procedures and processes owned by the Bank’s IT Department
  • Prepare outsourcing related documentation related to the procurement of new IT services and/or infrastructure
  • IT third party service provider monitoring (incl. outsourcing)
  • Maintain IT Risk Register, IT Calendar and other departmental document inventories
  • Support in the monitoring of the team’s outsourced function which is involved in security operations
  • Maintain security baselines and hardening guidelines as well as other Security Operations related documentation
  • Work within the IT Department to perform security hardening or other improvement spot checks of the IT enterprise architecture, throughout the year
  • Monitoring of the latest cyber security trends with the aim of maintaining a near-real-time cybersecurity picture
  • Circulation of identified security trends (monthly newsletters) and IT Departmental news to keep Bank staff informed accordingly
  • Involvement in penetration testing efforts and vulnerability assessments, carried out by an external service provider
  • Possibly coordinate with HR and take the lead for Bank staff IT related training requirements (including on cyber security), cyber-security monthly newsletter and staff security skills
  • Creation of cyber security scenarios and applicable emergency response plans
  • Exert IT Governance oversight on IT Operation tasks including
  • Assist in business analysis tasks
CANDIDATE PROFILE 
  • IT audit experience is considered an asset
  • Strong command of verbal and written English
  • Some project management experience is considered an asset
  • Strong Excel skills are desirable
  • Two years working experience in a similar role or equivalent experience and know-how
  • Some experience in IT Security or IT Compliance audits is considered an asset
  • General understanding of Banking is preferred
  • Experience in policy and procedure writing
  • Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders
  • Project management certification is considered an asset
  • CISO, CISA, CISSP are all deemed valuable when considering applicants

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to Michelle Cooper, michellec@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference.

 

 
Job Summary
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    11 June 2025
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    Permanent
  • 9382
  • michellec@grsrecruitment.com