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Independent Testing Senior Analyst

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The Independent Testing Senior Analyst evaluates risk control effectiveness and compliance, conducts reviews, provides recommendations, and collaborates on operational risk management.
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The role:

The Independent Testing Senior Analyst will play a crucial role in executing and implementing SoFi’s second line of defense (2LOD) credible challenge program. This position will challenge the first line of defense (1LOD) testing of control design and operating effectiveness across a variety of risk areas, including lending and deposit products, investment products, partnership affiliates, and technology services. Additionally, this position will participate in targeted reviews by identifying and assessing risks, evaluating the effectiveness of implemented controls and mitigation strategies, assessing ongoing monitoring processes, and reviewing the effectiveness of remedial actions.

As a member of the 2LOD team, this position reports to the Senior Manager of Independent Control Testing. The position will collaborate closely with both 2LOD and 1LOD teams to ensure all testing, reviews, corrective action plans, documentation, and reports comply with operational, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.

What you’ll do:

The role will entail the following activities on a regular basis:

  • Assess and challenge the first line of defense (1LOD) testing of controls design and operating effectiveness in alignment with the Operational Risk Management Credible Challenge framework.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in evaluating controls testing.
  • Conduct targeted reviews to identify and assess risks, evaluate the effectiveness of implemented controls and mitigation strategies, assess ongoing monitoring and testing processes, and evaluate the effectiveness of remedial actions.
  • Provide evaluation, consultation, and support for new or evolving services, processes, operations, and controls during their development, implementation, or expansion phases.
  • Apply testing methodologies, including sampling techniques, control evaluations, and root cause analysis.
  • Analyze data, identify issues, and provide actionable recommendations to address risks, deficiencies, and process inefficiencies.
  • Stay informed about emerging operational risks relevant to the business.
  • Collaborate closely with leadership across the organization to help mature and strengthen the control environment.
  • Utilize automation and data analytics to enhance testing efficiency and scalability.
  • Perform other duties as needed to support the goals of the Operational Risk Management department.

What you’ll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 5+ years of relevant operational risk or audit experience.
  • Strong understanding of control frameworks, testing methodologies, and risk assessments.
  • Familiarity with risk governance and 2LOD processes for reviewing and challenging frontline business unit risk management.
  • Experience in the banking and/or fintech industry.
  • Self-motivated with strong collaboration and influencing skills.
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks and competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to change. Comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty.
  • Excellent critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Nice to have:

  • Advanced degree or certifications in risk management, data analytics, audit, or a related field.
  • Experience in second or third-line control effectiveness testing, including evaluating remediation action plans.
  • Proficiency in Tableau for data visualization and analysis.
  • Experience working with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and location. 

 

To view all of our comprehensive and competitive benefits, visit our Benefits at SoFi page!

SoFi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and conditions related to breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.The Company hires the best qualified candidate for the job, without regard to protected characteristics.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.New York applicants: Notice of Employee RightsSoFi is committed to embracing diversity. As part of this commitment, SoFi offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with physical or mental disabilities. If you need accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email [email protected].Due to insurance coverage issues, we are unable to accommodate remote work from Hawaii or Alaska at this time.

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