Big Data isn’t a problem. It’s an opportunity.

At Alation, we help people find, understand, and trust data. So they not only excel in their work — they drive value for their enterprise, team, and role. In the words of one customer, “Alation makes me look like a rockstar.”

We help companies you know and trust empower their people with the best data every day. Alation helps Discover Financial Services quickly generate value from their data to create the product and customer service innovations that help the iconic credit card company remain number one in customer satisfaction. And real estate giant Keller Williams uses Alation to govern the more than 70 TB of data that empowers their global team of over 190,000 agents.

With $340M in funding – valued at over $1.7 billion and 550+ customers, including 35% of Fortune 100 companies- Alation is poised to capitalize on data as an opportunity. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Alation was named to Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces list for the fourth time. Do you want to join a team that welcomes new ideas, supports your growth, and recognizes your unique value?

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Job Description:

Alation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Compliance Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud security and be well-versed in multiple compliance frameworks. This role requires outstanding written and spoken communication skills to effectively manage security and awareness training, assist stakeholders with the KnowBe4 training platform, and ensure our compliance programs are robust and effective.

Audit and Compliance: 

Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs for various frameworks including ISO 27001, ISO 27701, HIPAA/HITECH, SOC 2 Type II, FedRAMP, and PCI-DSS.

Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Monitor changes in compliance requirements and update company policies and procedures accordingly.

Prepare and present compliance reports to senior management and stakeholders.

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Risk Management

Act as the primary risk treatment specialist by participating in the annual Security Risk Assessment and helping stakeholders across the organization treat risks in a timely fashion. 

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Cloud Security:

Oversee cloud security initiatives to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Collaborate with the IT and security teams to implement and maintain cloud security controls.

Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans on cloud infrastructure to identify and mitigate potential threats.

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Training and Awareness:

Manage the company’s security and awareness training programs.

Utilize the KnowBe4 platform to deliver training and awareness programs to employees.

Create engaging training materials and conduct training sessions to enhance security awareness across the organization.

Monitor and report on the effectiveness of security training programs and make recommendations for improvements.

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Audits and Assessments:

Conduct audits and assessments to identify compliance gaps and evaluate the effectiveness of controls.

Collaborate with relevant teams to implement corrective actions and track progress.

Provide compliance training and guidance to employees, promoting a culture of compliance.

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Relationship Management:

Build and nurture relationships with stakeholders across teams to foster collaboration and trust.

Partner with internal teams to ensure compliance requirements are understood and incorporated into processes and systems.

Manage external partnerships for internal and external audit activities.

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Technology and Tools:

Leverage technology, including Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools, to streamline audit processes and enhance efficiency.

Train internal stakeholders on the use of GRC tools and other necessary technologies.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, information security, or risk management. A master's degree is a plus.

5 years of relevant work experience.

Fine to work in US Shift (Remote work)

In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles, technologies, and best practices (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and physical security protocols.

Familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).

Strong experience in conducting audits, assessments, and implementing compliance programs.

Experience managing a security and awareness training program and working with LMS platform

Excellent understanding of compliance frameworks, controls, and risk management practices.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

Proficiency in using GRC tools or similar technologies for audit and compliance management.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address compliance gaps.

Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey complex compliance concepts to diverse audiences.

Able to pivot and thrive in a rapidly changing start-up environment, managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively based on feedback

Alation, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.                                   
 

The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.  
 

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