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Pavago is hiring a Risk Analyst on a full-time, remote basis on behalf of a client organization. This role functions as an early-warning system for the…
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Pavago is hiring a Risk Analyst on a full-time, remote basis on behalf of a client organization. This role functions as an early-warning system for the enterprise, focusing on the identification, assessment, monitoring, and mitigation of operational, financial, compliance, market, and cybersecurity risks. The professional in this position will design risk frameworks, analyze emerging threats, improve internal controls, and present actionable data insights to support strategic leadership decisions. The ideal…
Job Description
Pavago is hiring a Risk Analyst on a full-time, remote basis on behalf of a client organization. This role functions as an early-warning system for the enterprise, focusing on the identification, assessment, monitoring, and mitigation of operational, financial, compliance, market, and cybersecurity risks. The professional in this position will design risk frameworks, analyze emerging threats, improve internal controls, and present actionable data insights to support strategic leadership decisions.
The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and quantitative capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to translate technical risk findings into clear business strategies. Daily duties involve reviewing operational dashboards, executing quantitative stress tests, updating risk registers, testing internal controls, tracking regulatory deadlines, and collaborating with finance, legal, operations, IT, and executive leadership teams. Working hours are aligned with U.S. client business hours, though flexibility is required for reporting cycles, audits, and incident responses.
Responsibilities
- Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments covering financial, operational, compliance, market, and cybersecurity areas
- Maintain and update risk registers, control matrices, risk assessments, and remediation trackers
- Build and maintain quantitative risk models utilizing tools like SQL, Excel, Python, R, and SAS
- Perform stress testing, scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, regression analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, and Value at Risk modeling
- Prepare quarterly and annual compliance reports supporting frameworks such as SOX, Basel III, Dodd-Frank, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS
- Test and evaluate internal controls while monitoring risk events through Governance, Risk, and Compliance platforms
- Build dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, Looker, and Excel to present risk trends to leadership
- Partner with IT and security teams regarding cyber risk, vendor risk, and operational resilience
Requirements
- Minimum of three years of experience in risk management, enterprise risk, compliance, audit, or governance within regulated environments
- Strong proficiency in SQL, Microsoft Excel, and data analysis
- Familiarity with Governance, Risk, and Compliance platforms such as Archer, ServiceNow, LogicManager, or similar solutions
- Solid understanding of enterprise risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
- Experience in creating executive dashboards and risk reports
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Qualifications
- Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, CPA, or CCEP
- Background in financial services, healthcare, SaaS, or enterprise technology
- Experience with VaR, Monte Carlo simulations, and stress testing
- Previous experience supporting board reporting or executive governance committees
- Knowledge of cyber risk, vendor risk, and operational resilience
- Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, and Looker
Core Skills
Benefits
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on enterprise risk strategy and operational resilience
- Close collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Chance to build scalable risk management frameworks and influence governance
- Fully remote work environment
- Long-term growth opportunities with clear career progression paths
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is fully remote, operating during U.S. client business hours with flexibility needed for reporting cycles, audits, and incident response.
What is the employment type?
The position is full-time.
What experience is required to apply?
Candidates must have at least three years of experience working in risk management, enterprise risk, compliance, audit, or governance within regulated environments, along with strong proficiency in SQL, Excel, and GRC platforms.
What is the application process?
The application process includes an application review, a 3 to 5 minute Spark Hire introductory video, a recruiter interview, a practical assessment focused on risk analysis and recommendations, and a client interview followed by an offer and background verification.
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