IT Controls Analyst

Core Responsibilities

1. Manages asset inventory and assessment schedules, and provides metrics on security consulting resources, assists with managing vendor relationships.

2. Supports security assessments to measure the adequacy of existing information security controls. Identifies potential and actual system vulnerabilities and emerging strategic security needs and recommends corrective measures.

3. Participates and documents evaluation and assessment of security requirements for data systems, networks, or websites.

4. Supports the review, development, testing, and implementation processes for security plans, risk assessments, products and control techniques.

5. Consults with IT sub-divisions, third party partners, senior technical risk assurance associates and business units in defining standard consistent reporting formats and providing standard data reports.

6. Supports technical assessments of assets, risks, and the implementation of appropriate data security procedures and products.

7. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum three years related work experience. Experience in IT security or application development preferred.
• Preferred security certification such as ISC2 CISSP, GIAC Security, Essentials Certification (GSEC), GIAC Penetration Tester Certification (GPEN), GIAC Web App Pen Tester (GWPN), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Vanguard’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.

Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.

Together, we’re on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.    

Vanguard’s DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.