About the Role
This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States.
The Risk Analyst III supports the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Governance function by executing and enhancing enterprise-wide third-party risk processes. This role has opportunities to partner with internal stakeholders to help build program enhancements ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and internal risk appetite. The role contributes to the continuous improvement of governance frameworks, policies, and controls related to third-party relationships.
Responsibilities
Executes and supports the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) governance framework, including policies, standards, and procedures
Acts as a resource to first-line stakeholders by providing guidance on third-party risk requirements and processes
Contributes to process enhancements, documentation, and regulatory or audit support related to third-party risk governance
Prepares risk reporting, metrics, and governance materials for management and oversight forums
Participate in various assessments to identify risk trends and/or control gaps
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience in Risk Analytics or Analytics OR High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of experience in Risk Analytics or Analytics
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assessments and priorities
- Experience in Third-Party Risk Management, Vendor Risk Management, or Operational Risk within a financial institution
- Familiarity with regulatory guidance related to third-party risk (e.g., OCC, FRB, FDIC, CFPB)
- Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting risk assessment results and identifying trends
- Ability to communicate risk concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience with TPRM tools or GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow, MetricStream)
About the Company
First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 500 branches and offices in 30 states; commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast; innovation banking serving businesses at every stage; and a nationwide direct bank. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.