IT Risk and Controls Junior Consultant

3 weeks ago

Chennai, India Control-Bridge Group Full time

Role Summary

We are seeking a motivated
IT Risk and Controls Junior Consultant
to support the design, documentation, and assessment of IT controls within risk management and compliance frameworks. The role involves drafting clear control descriptions, mapping risks to controls, and aligning requirements across multiple standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT). This position is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and an interest in information security, governance, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and maintain
    IT control descriptions
    that are precise, testable, and aligned to risk objectives.
  • Assist in
    mapping risks to controls
    to ensure effective coverage of IT and business risks.
  • Support
    cross-framework alignment
    by mapping control requirements across ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, and other regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with senior consultants to perform
    gap assessments
    against relevant frameworks.
  • Contribute to the preparation of
    risk and control matrices (RCM)
    and related documentation.
  • Assist in monitoring and reporting on the
    effectiveness of controls
    and supporting remediation activities.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of
    IT governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)
    trends and industry standards.
  • Support client engagements through documentation, research, and coordination activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in
    Information Security, Computer Science, Risk Management, or related field
    .
  • Basic understanding of
    IT risk, information security, and compliance frameworks
    (ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT).
  • Strong
    writing and documentation skills
    for drafting policies, procedures, and control descriptions.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to link risks, controls, and business objectives.
  • Proficiency in
    Microsoft Office Suite
    (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Desirable Skills

  • Internship or experience in IT audit, risk management, or compliance.
  • Exposure to
    Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools
    .
  • Certifications (or working towards):
    ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor, CompTIA Security+, CISA (junior level), or similar
    .

Career Development

This role provides a strong foundation for progression into
IT Risk Consultant, Cybersecurity Analyst, or IT Auditor
positions. The Junior Consultant will be supported through professional training, mentoring, and opportunities to gain industry certifications.

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