Compliance Analyst

KPMG · Chicago, IL

Compensation

$58k–$76kper year

$58k$76k

Entry Level

On-siteFull-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.

Foundation

4–6 wks

▸CompTIA Security+

▸Read NIST Framework

▸Learn risk assessment

Build Skills

3–5 wks

▸Study SOC 2 / ISO 27001

▸Write practice assessments

▸Create sample deliverables

Get Hired

2–4 wks

▸Highlight transferable skills

▸Apply to GRC roles

▸Use writing strengths

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