Job functions:

  • The GRC Systems Business Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, documenting, and improving the implementation of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems, ensuring they meet organizational requirements.
  • The successful candidate will work closely with business units, stakeholders, and IT teams to design, configure, and maintain GRC solutions.
  • The role will focus on streamlining processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting risk management practices.

Requirements gathering & analysis:

  • Collaborate with business stakeholders (Risk, Compliance, Audit, Legal, IT) to gather and document functional and technical requirements for GRC systems.
  • Conduct workshops, interviews, and surveys to understand business processes, risk management needs, and compliance objectives.
  • Analyze and translate business needs into clear system requirements and user stories.

GRC system configuration & implementation:

  • Work with technical teams to implement and configure GRC systems (e.g., SAP GRC, RSA Archer, MetricStream, or other GRC solutions).
  • Ensure that GRC systems are set up to support compliance processes, risk management workflows, and audit management processes.
  • Assist with system integrations, ensuring seamless data flow between GRC platforms and other enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, Veeva etc.).

Process improvement & optimization:

  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in governance, risk, and compliance areas through GRC system enhancements.
  • Propose and implement GRC system changes that streamline workflows, improve data integrity, and increase efficiency.
  • Monitor system performance and recommend adjustments to improve user experience, reporting, and data analysis.

Documentation & training:

  • Prepare detailed documentation, including functional specifications, user guides, and system configurations.
  • Conduct user training sessions and create training materials to ensure proper utilization of GRC systems.
  • Support end-users by providing guidance on how to use GRC tools for risk management, compliance tracking, and audit processes.

Testing & Quality Assurance:

  • Develop and execute test plans for new GRC system features, configurations, and integrations.
  • Perform system testing, identify defects, and work with technical teams to resolve issues.
  • Ensure that GRC solutions comply with internal controls, external regulations, and security requirements.

Reporting & Analytics:

  • Design and implement reports and dashboards to provide visibility into governance, risk, and compliance metrics.
  • Ensure that GRC systems provide real-time analytics, enabling stakeholders to monitor risks, compliance status, and audit findings.
  • Assist in the creation of risk assessments, compliance reports, and other documentation required for executive reporting.

Support & maintenance:

  • Provide ongoing support for the GRC systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the systems are operating effectively.
  • Manage system updates, upgrades, and patches to ensure the GRC tools are up-to-date and in compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Serve as a liaison between business users and IT for resolving system issues.

Minimum Requirements:

Requirements:

  • Senior Certificate plus relevant IT Degree/IT Diploma.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science.
  • 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst with a focus on GRC systems (SAP GRC, RSA Archer, MetricStream, etc.).
  • Proven experience in requirements gathering, system configuration, and implementation of GRC platforms.
  • Strong understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance processes and frameworks.

Technical Skills:

  • Experience with GRC solutions (e.g., SAP GRC, RSA Archer, MetricStream).
  • Strong knowledge of business process modelling, workflows and documentation.
  • Familiarity with data integration, reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), and database querying (e.g., SQL).
  • Comfortable with system testing, including creating test cases and executing user acceptance testing (UAT).
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language.
  • Experience in preparing training materials and delivering training sessions.
  • Project Management: Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

International clients (different working hours):

  • Will be working on an international project with overseas clients in different time zones. Must be prepared to adapt to different working hours.

Advantageous:

  • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
  • Experience with Regulatory Standards – Knowledge of SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley), GDPR, ISO 27001, or other relevant regulatory frameworks.
  • Familiarity with internal controls and audit methodologies.
  • Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments for software development and implementation.

Desired Skills:

  • SAP GRC Consultant
  • SAP GRC Business Analyst
  • SAP GRC BA/Systems Analyst

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