Technical Risk Assurance Specialist

Posted:
2/12/2026, 12:38:35 AM

Location(s):
Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Vanguard's IT Controls & Governance is looking for a Technical Risk Assurance Analyst who want to contribute to maintaining a strong technical control environment. You will have an opportunity to collaborate with technology partners to create, sustain, and strengthen the internal technical control framework through control identification, design and implementation. Through the testing of controls, you will identify control gaps and work with IT to close the gaps. Vanguard's external auditors rely on IT Controls & Governance to provide them the information needed for testing and the technical expertise to assist in answering questions and resolving concerns. IT Controls & Governance is focused on using automation and AI to improve the value of the testing we perform and increase our efficiency. Skills that contribute to success are technical knowledge (cloud, cyber security CI/CD pipelines, access management), audit/internal control experience and the ability to manage multiple priorities. IT audit certification (such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, etc.) is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.

  • Minimum three years related work experience. Experience in IT security or application development preferred.

  • Preferred security certification such as ISC2 CISSP, GIAC Security, Essentials Certification (GSEC), GIAC Penetration Tester Certification (GPEN), GIAC Web App Pen Tester (GWPN), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.