Risk Management Specialist
Kforce Inc.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in San Antonio, TX that is seeking a Risk Management Specialist to support risk management initiatives, focusing on HIPAA compliance, IT risk, and enterprise risk management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management, including IT risk, compliance, auditing, and operational risk. This position will play a key role in developing and executing risk management policies, performing risk assessments, and overseeing ongoing risk monitoring for the organization.Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across various departments and functions, including IT, compliance, and operational areas.
• Identify risks associated with delegated entities and work to mitigate those risks through proactive strategies and controls.
• Develop, update, and implement risk management policies, including those related to HIPAA compliance, privacy, and security
• Work closely with IT and compliance teams to assess and manage information security and privacy risks
• Ensure policies and procedures are aligned with best practices in risk management, security, and regulatory requirements
• Support IT in maintaining security controls, monitoring for vulnerabilities, and responding to emerging risks
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management strategies and controls
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership on the status of risk management efforts, including identified risks, mitigation efforts, and compliance
• Develop and execute a risk management plan that includes ongoing assessments and periodic audits
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the organization's risk management practices
• Re-engineer existing processes and policies to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements
• Serve as a change agent, driving improvements and fostering a culture of risk awareness across the organization

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise risk management, compliance, or auditing, preferably within a regulated industry
• Experience with IT risk management, security policies, and procedures is highly preferred
• Healthcare industry experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, policies, and best practices
• Experience in HIPAA compliance, privacy, and security regulations
• Proven ability to work with IT teams to identify, assess, and mitigate information security risks
• Familiarity with auditing principles and risk assessments in a compliance-driven environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and the ability to execute with precision
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• A change agent mentality, able to drive improvements and influence change across the organization
• Professional polish, with the ability to engage confidently with senior leadership and external partners

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