Junior, Mid-Level
Risk Methodology Specialist
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented RCM / Risk Methodology Specialist to join our IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team. In this role, you will support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the organization's Risk Control Matrix (RCM), risk taxonomy, scoring methodology, and risk register. You will work closely with risk and control owners to ensure risk and control information remains accurate, consistent, and aligned with enterprise risk management standards. This role is ideal for a professional who is passionate about risk frameworks, data quality, governance, and continuous improvement.
Your role
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Maintain Risk Control Matrix (RCM) structures, control mappings, and metadata.
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Support the consistent application of risk taxonomies, scoring models, and risk assessment methodologies.
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Maintain and enhance risk register data quality and integrity.
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Support thematic risk reviews and risk reporting activities.
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Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of GRC methodologies, standards, and processes.
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Perform quality reviews to validate completeness, consistency, and accuracy of risk and control data.
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Maintain relationships between risks, controls, processes, applications, and assets within GRC platforms.
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Support risk register updates, risk assessments, and control inventory maintenance.
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Assist in identifying emerging risk themes, trends, and reporting insights.
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Support the documentation, governance, and controlled updates of risk methodologies and standards.
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Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure risk and control information remains current and aligned with business objectives.
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Assist with governance reporting and management information requirements.
About you
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
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2-4 years of experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), risk management, internal controls, compliance, or operational risk.
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Experience working with Risk Control Matrices (RCMs), risk registers, control frameworks, or GRC platforms.
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Familiarity with frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, NIST, ISO 31000, or ISO 27001 is considered an asset.
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Relevant certifications such as CRISC, COBIT, CISA, or ISO certifications are considered an asset.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Excellent attention to detail and data quality focus.
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Strong documentation and organizational skills.
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Understanding of risk management, controls, and governance principles.
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Ability to work with complex data structures, taxonomies, and frameworks.
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Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
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Worker Type
Employee
Job Type
Regular
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