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Compliance Analyst

Grant Thornton · Chicago, IL

Compensation

$58k–$76kper year
$58k$76k
Entry Level
RemoteFull-timeGovernance Risk & Compliance
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What is GRC?

You review policies, check systems, and write reports. The least technical path into cybersecurity.

This role is for you if you're organized, love checklists, and communicate clearly.

📋About the Role

Conduct compliance assessments against SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. Prepare evidence packages and work directly with clients to close control gaps before certification.

SOC 2PCI DSSHIPAAAudit

Your roadmap to get this job

Most people finish in 10–18 weeks from zero.

1
Foundation
4–6 wks
CompTIA Security+
Read NIST Framework
Learn risk assessment
2
Build Skills
3–5 wks
Study SOC 2 / ISO 27001
Write practice assessments
Create sample deliverables
3
Get Hired
2–4 wks
Highlight transferable skills
Apply to GRC roles
Use writing strengths

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