Technology Risk Analyst

Career Guide

A Technology Risk Analyst helps an organization identify, assess, and reduce risks related to technology systems, data, and third party vendors. The role blends risk thinking with practical knowledge of how systems work, supporting safer operations, stronger security, and readiness for audits and regulations.

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Key Responsibilities

Perform technology risk assessments for systems, applications, and services
Document risks, controls, and evidence in a clear and organized way
Partner with security, engineering, and IT teams to understand how controls are implemented
Monitor control performance and follow up on issues until they are resolved
Support audits by preparing evidence and explaining processes
Evaluate vendor risk and track third party remediation items
Help maintain risk registers and report risk trends to stakeholders
Contribute to policies, standards, and control testing plans
Track regulatory requirements that affect technology risk and reporting
Promote risk awareness through guidance and training materials

Top Skills for Success

Risk Assessment

Control Testing

Audit Support

Policy Writing

Issue Management

Vendor Risk Management

Information Security Fundamentals

Identity and Access Management

Network Fundamentals

Cloud Fundamentals

Data Protection

Regulatory Awareness

Stakeholder Communication

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Project Coordination

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Senior Technology Risk Analyst

Technology Risk Manager IT Audit Manager

Security Governance Analyst

GRC Analyst

Transition Opportunities

Information Security Manager

Security Risk Manager

Compliance Manager

Privacy Risk Analyst

Third Party Risk Manager

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Cloud Security ConceptsIdentity Risk AnalysisEvidence WritingControl DesignData Risk IdentificationVendor Security ReviewRisk Reporting

Development SuggestionsBuild a solid baseline in security and cloud, then practice translating technical details into clear risk statements and audit evidence. Use a consistent method for assessing likelihood and impact, and focus on writing concise remediation plans that teams can execute.

Market Intelligence Report

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 65,000 to 90,000

Mid LevelUSD 90,000 to 125,000

Senior LevelUSD 125,000 to 170,000

Growth Trend

Strong demand. Hiring remains steady across financial services, healthcare, technology, and regulated industries due to increased security expectations, vendor reliance, and compliance requirements.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

JPMorgan ChaseBank of AmericaWells FargoCitiGoldman SachsMorgan StanleyDeloittePwCEYKPMGAccentureAmazonMicrosoftGoogleMetaUnitedHealth GroupCVS HealthKaiser Permanente

Industry Sectors

Financial ServicesConsultingTechnologyHealthcareInsuranceRetailTelecommunicationsGovernment

Recommended Next Steps

Learn a common risk framework used in hiring, such as NIST or ISO 27001

Practice writing risk statements, control descriptions, and remediation plans using real examples

Build basic cloud knowledge across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

Strengthen identity and access management knowledge with practical scenarios

Create a simple portfolio with sanitized risk assessments and control test plans

Pursue a relevant credential if needed, such as Security Plus, CISA, or CRISC

Set up informational interviews with technology risk, security, and audit teams to understand day to day work

Target roles in regulated industries where technology risk functions are mature and hiring volume is higher