Risk Analyst II – IT/Cyber – Testing & Monitoring

General information

Career area

Risk

Work Location(s)

1100 Virginia Drive, PA, 500 Woodward Avenue, MI, 601 S. Tryon Street, NC

Remote?

No

Ref #

19603

Posted Date

04-22-25

Working time

Full time

Ally and Your Career

Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do – and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We live this stuff! We see our people as, well, people – with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role’s specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity

As an Analyst II on the IT/Cyber Risk team, the qualified candidate is responsible for performing testing to ensure key IT/IS controls are designed appropriately and working effectively to mitigate risks. This individual will perform all aspects of control testing starting from scoping to communicating results. The successful candidate will have experience in IT Audit, Information Security, or Risk Consulting. The position will require the ability to effectively consult on IT/Information Security risks and issues and manage multiple priorities efficiently while demonstrating excellent time management skills.

In office role with hybrid schedule. Ally work locations Detroit MI, Charlotte NC, Fort Washington PA

At this time, Ally will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The Work Itself

• Perform Independent Risk Management testing for key IT/IS controls which includes accessing the design and operating effectiveness of the control structure and compliance with policies and standards.
• Document test results and provide support for an informed, objective opinion of the risk exposure.
• Draft testing observations and provide recommendations to management both verbally and in writing.
• Review management action plan to assess effectiveness of proposed remediation and appropriateness of the timeline.
• Identify emerging technology risks and lead the dialog among stakeholders to ensure that these risks are considered for entry into the IT risk register.

The Skills You Bring

• 1+ years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, Information Security or Cyber Security required
• Experience in the banking industry, preferred. 
• Knowledge and experience in performing assessments aligned with the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) guidance and information security-related standards such as COBIT, ISO2700x, and PCI-DSS, preferred.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and security.
• Industry designation preferred (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CRISC).
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong detail orientation with ability to research, compile, and report on data.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a cross-functional team.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to establish priorities. 
• Ability to multi-task, handle competing priorities, and follow through on all open items/tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Archer, and Reporting tools.

How We’ll Have Your Back

Ally’s compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:

• Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).
• Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.
• Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
• Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.
• Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers® program and other employee discount programs.
• Other compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.
• To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf

Who We Are:

Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on “Doing it Right” and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at [email protected]. Ally will not discriminate against any qualified individual who is capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Base Pay Range: $65000 – $115000 USDAn individual’s position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer. 

Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.

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