Analyst - IS Compliance, Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 18,000 trained professionals
• 350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countries
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

Job Description

An individual contributor in the Cybersecurity and Risk Management (CSRM) portfolio, the IS Compliance Analyst ensures the organization complies with regulatory standards, internal policies and standards, and industry best practices. The role involves assessing, monitoring, and improving IT systems and processes to meet compliance requirements while minimizing risks to the organization. In this role, you will collaborate with various teams throughout Expeditors, including IS-Core, IS Operation Experience, Accounting Information Systems, HR, Internal Audit, contributing to the overall success of the CSRM portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance Monitoring and Assessment
  • Support team in conducting regular assessment of IT systems to ensure compliance with applicable requirements (e.g., SOX, CMMC, TISAX).
  • Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
  • Monitor changes in regulations and industry standards and update policies accordingly.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategies
• Standards Development and Maintenance
  • Develop and maintain IT compliance standards, procedures, and controls.
  • Collaborate with legal, security, and IT teams to align policies with organizational goals.
• Training and Awareness
  • Design and deliver training programs to educate employees on compliance policies and procedures.
  • Provide guidance and support to IT and business teams on compliance-related issues.
• Remediation Management
  • Document findings and recommend process improvements to prevent future occurrences.
  • Assist in lookback analyses and compensating control evaluation
• Reporting
  • Prepare detailed reports on compliance status for management and auditors.
  • Maintain documentation to demonstrate compliance during audits.

This position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

• Downtown Seattle
• Federal Way
• Lynnwood
• Bellevue (Factoria)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Experience in IT compliance, audit, or a related role
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, CMMC, TISAX)
• Skills:
  • Understanding of IT systems, networks, and cybersecurity practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate risk assessments and compliance programs
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications (Preferred):
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC).
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Expected base salary:  $85,000 to $145,000

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Holidays (10)
• Flexible Days (2)
• Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Commuter Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
• Position is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday 
• Business professional dress code

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.