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Cybersecurity Risk Manager

TEKsystems
$76.00 - $93.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan

Jul 12, 2025
Duration: Minimum 12-month Contract Location: Remote (preference in Seattle, but open to remote working Pacific core hours) Job Description The IT Cybersecurity Risk Manager is a subject matter expert in cybersecurity risk management and is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of a Cybersecurity Risk Management program at Alaska Airlines. As an individual contributor, this role defines long-term strategy for cybersecurity risk management exercises considerable latitude and initiative to solve complex challenges related to cyber risk management. Key Responsibilities: * Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity risk management framework and program. * Identify, assess, and monitor IT and cybersecurity risks across infrastructure, applications, and third-party services. * Collaborate with IT, security, compliance, and business units to implement risk mitigation strategies. * Conduct IT risk assessments, control assessments, and scenario analysis to evaluate potential threats and vulnerabilities. * Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, SOX, PCI). * Maintain the IT risk register and build reporting on key risk indicators (KRIs) and trends for leadership. * Manage the IT risk exception process by identifying, assessing, documenting, and monitoring exceptions to cybersecurity policies and standards. * Stay current on emerging IT risks and technologies. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or a related field or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree. * 5+ yrs of experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity, or IT audit. * Experience with risk assessment methodologies, particularly to ensure compliance with industry standards such as: NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, SOX, PCI. * Specific examples of developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity risk management programs. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills and stakeholder engagement skills. * Detail-oriented and organized, and able to manage complex projects and multiple priorities. * Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Additional Skills & Qualifications: * Professional certifications such as CRISC, CISM, CISSP, CISA, or CGEIT. * Experience with GRC tools. * Familiarity with cloud security and third-party risk management. * Strong understanding of IT governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks. * Airline experience is always a plus. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $76.00 - $93.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.