Cybersecurity Governance Analyst

Guardian Life

Cybersecurity Governance Analyst responsible for security awareness and risk assessments. Collaborating with teams to manage technology security and promote a risk-aware culture at Guardian.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeNew York City • New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $81,580 - $122,365 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the development and delivery of a comprehensive cybersecurity training and awareness program tailored to diverse audiences across the organization
Promote a culture of security through engaging campaigns, simulations, and targeted education
Contribute to security sections of RFPs, due diligence requests, and customer questionnaires
Partner with Sales, Legal, and Compliance teams to provide accurate and consistent responses
Perform application and system security assessments
Identify control gaps and provide actionable remediation recommendations
Communicate output of results, risks identified, and remediation requirements
Track and manage a portfolio of security governance initiatives
Establish and maintain project tracking mechanisms
Support priority initiatives as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of experience in information security, risk, or GRC-related roles
Experience with security awareness programs and/or training delivery
Experience responding to RFPs, security questionnaires, or customer due diligence requests
Experience performing security assessments and identifying corrective actions for remediation
Strong understanding of control frameworks and regulatory expectations (e.g., NIST CSF/800-53, MAR, COBIT, SOC 2, NYDFS, etc.)
Experience developing professional deliverables intended for executive audiences
Experience working with and assessing public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Understanding of Artificial Intelligence related risks and security considerations
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CRISC, Security+, CCSP) or demonstrated progress toward one.

Benefits

Comp & perks

opportunities to build communities and grow your career
skill-building opportunities
leadership development
philanthropic opportunities
contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources

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Hard Skills & Tools

cybersecurity trainingsecurity assessmentsrisk managementGRCcontrol frameworksremediation recommendationssecurity awareness programscloud securityapplication securityproject tracking

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailengagementadaptabilityleadershipcritical thinkingstakeholder management

Certifications

CISSPCISACRISCSecurity+CCSP