Mercury

GRC Analyst

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries

GRC Analyst

Position Overview:

Mercury is seeking a GRC Analyst to strengthen our business continuity and resilience as we expand. This role is crucial for building the necessary frameworks and processes to support our growth while ensuring robust governance and risk management. The GRC Analyst will collaborate with the engineering team to enhance the organization's security posture, applying a deep understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) principles to engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the engineering team to define and enhance the organization's security posture.
  • Apply a deep understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) principles to engineering initiatives.
  • Work closely with engineering to improve the reliability and security of the business.
  • Implement, monitor, and maintain various security frameworks, with a focus on regulatory compliance standards (e.g., NIST, PCI, CIS).
  • Automate security controls to minimize risks and enhance overall security resilience.
  • Conduct gap analyses on various frameworks.
  • Create comprehensive plans to address and close identified gaps, engaging relevant stakeholders throughout the process.

Requirements:

  • Familiarity with standard security frameworks, including NIST, PCI-DSS, CIS, ISO, etc.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to remain composed in high-stress situations.
  • Fundamental understanding of accepted security practices, including troubleshooting, identifying attack vectors, and providing customer support.
  • Knowledge and understanding of cloud services, with a 100% cloud-native approach.

Tools and Technologies:

  • AWS Config, Audit Manager
  • Orca
  • GitHub
  • Vanta
  • GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tools

Company Information:

Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC.

Total Rewards:

The total rewards package at Mercury includes base salary, equity (stock options).

Note: Salary and Location Type were not specified in the provided text.

Skills

GRC
Risk Management
Compliance
IT Controls
Financial Reporting
Audit Trails
Vendor Oversight
Incident Response
Identity Management
Network Segmentation

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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