Senior Trust and Compliance Analyst

First Advantage

$125K — $145K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Risk Management, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 1-4 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or information security.
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, and audit processes.
  • Experience managing a Trust Center platform (e.g., Drata, Vanta) is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of risk assessment and internal control principles.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain the Trust Center for accurate security and compliance information.
  • Support the implementation of SOX and other compliance frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001.
  • Assist in the development and testing of internal controls for regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support audit readiness and track remediation efforts.
  • Monitor compliance risks and recommend improvements to mitigate them.
  • Assist in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) modernization initiatives for automated control management.
  • Work directly with regulators and auditors on compliance efforts.

Benefits

  • 100% remote work option within the United States.
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and supplementary benefit plans.
  • 401k with an employer match, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid company holidays.
  • Access to tech and growth opportunities with supportive leaders.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:

We are looking for a Sr. Trust and Compliance Analyst who is a detail-oriented and proactive professional to support our Trust & Compliance program by maintaining our Trust Center, advancing compliance initiatives, and strengthening our risk and control environment. The ideal candidate has experience with compliance frameworks such as SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST, and enjoys collaborating across teams to build customer trust, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a strong culture of security and governance.

This role is 100% work from home role within the United States.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and maintain our Trust Center, ensuring up-to-date, accurate, and transparent security and compliance information is available to customers and partners.
  • Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the SOX program and other compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST.
  • Assist in the development, documentation, and testing of internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Security, Identity, Legal, Engineering, Product) to gather evidence, track remediation efforts, and support audit readiness.
  • Monitor and assess risks related to compliance and trust and recommend improvements to mitigate those risks.
  • Architect and assist in GRC modernization initiatives, supporting automated control management and continuous control monitoring.
  • Work directly with regulators and auditors on compliance efforts.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance processes, tools, and documentation.


What You Will Need to be Successful:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Risk Management, Business, or a related field or equivalent work experience.
  • 1-4 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or information security.
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, and related audit processes.
  • Experience working with or managing a Trust Center platform (e.g., Drata, Vanta) is highly desirable.
  • Hands-on experience evolving controls through automation is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of risk assessment and internal control principles.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


Preferred
  • Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CPA, CIA
  • Familiarity with GRC tools and platforms.
  • Technology risk and controls background.


First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experience, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.
Additional benefits offered to our eligible people include:
  • Ability to work remotely with occasional business travel.
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and supplementary benefit plans
  • 401k with an employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Competitive and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid company holidays
  • Access to tech and growth opportunities, and leaders who want you to succeed!


What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today - we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!

The salary range for this position is approximately $125,000-145,000 annual base before bonus structure. This range reflects our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

We have great people here and are looking for more. Come join us!

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