Governance, Risk and Compliance Engineer
Kaseware
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Execute the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process, including planning, facilitation, and documentation of risk assessments across key operational functions.
- Perform control testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identifying control gaps or weaknesses.
- Partner with business units to strengthen controls, ensure risk mitigation strategies are implemented, and promote risk-aware decision-making.
- Assist in maintaining the Operational Risk Framework, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory expectations.
- Monitor and analyze operational risk events, identifying trends and recommending process improvements.
- Support issue management processes, including tracking, validation, and closure of remediation actions.
- Prepare risk reporting and dashboards for management and governance committees.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance risk assessment methodologies, documentation quality, and stakeholder engagement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in operational risk, internal audit, compliance, or controls testing, preferably in the life insurance or annuity industry.
- Strong understanding of the RCSA process, internal controls, and risk assessment principles.
- Experience working in or with a TPA or similar service provider environment preferred.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GRC tools (e.g., Archer, MetricStream) is a plus.
- Familiarity with NAIC regulations, SOC1 controls, and life/annuity product knowledge is advantageous.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
