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Enterprise Risk Management Senior Data Analyst

Western Alliance Bank

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Category
Risk
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Posted
Jul 30, 2026
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Western Alliance Bank is hiring a Enterprise Risk Management Senior Data Analyst in Phoenix, AZ. This is a Risk job in the governance, risk, and compliance field. Review the full details below and apply directly with Western Alliance Bank.

Job Title: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Senior Data Analyst Location: CityScape What you'll do: As a Senior Enterprise Risk Management Analyst you'll execute the strategy of the Bank’s Enterprise and Operational Risk Management Framework by driving technology risk reporting and analytics. You'll play a key role in establishing Operational Risk Management programs with a focus on the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), including assisting in maturing the methodology and standards. You'll establish strong partnerships and collaborate with Business Units across the First Line of Defense (FLOD) to identify risks and controls, review control design and descriptions. Provide guidance to the FLOD on development of effective controls to mitigate key risks. Identify potential risks across the organization, including operational, financial, and strategic risks by analyzing technology risk datasets (operational loss, compliance, financial exposures) to identify trends and emerging risks, offering validated, data-driven insights to senior management. Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports that deliver actionable technology risk insights to business partners and leadership. Support the integration of key Information Technology (IT), Information Security (IS), Third Party (TP), and Data Management (DM) data sources to risk monitoring reporting platforms. Identify and implement automation opportunities in reporting to enhance workflow efficiency and consistency; document and refine processes regularly.. Conduct assessments of 1LOD functions by using industry-standard frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ITIL, DCAM, and DMBOK, along with applicable regulations, to provide guidance on requirements concerning processes, controls, and key metrics (KRIs and KPIs). Serve as a technology and data management risk expert on committees and working groups, fostering strong internal relationships. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls, ensuring alignment with the organization's risk appetite. Work with the FLOD to provide guidance and effective challenge for operational risks assessments and collaborate with teams across the organization. What you'll need: 2+ years of professional experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or risk analytics within financial services or similar industry. 4+ years of related experience in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Finance (GL Mgmt., Public Reporting, Analysis) or similar field. Bachelor's degree in related field or 4+ years of direct work experience required. Knowledge of industry-standard frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ITIL, DCAM, and DMBOK, along with applicable regulations such as FFIEC. Experience with data visualization and analytics (Power BI) required. Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills. General knowledge of banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services. General knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices. General knowledge of industry and professional experience across one or more of the three lines of defense (e.g., compliance, risk management, information technology, or audit). General knowledge of Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) including controls testing methodology. Benefits you’ll love: We offer all the important things you'd want, like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career! About the company: Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Serving clients nationwide, Western Alliance Bank includes six legacy bank brands, Alliance Association Bank, Alliance Bank of Arizona, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank and Torrey Pines Bank, that remain part of the company’s heritage, as well as AmeriHome Mortgage, a Western Alliance Bank Company. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email HR@westernalliancebank.com or call 602-386-2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process. © Western Alliance Bancorporation

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Location and market context

This job is based in Phoenix, AZ on a hybrid schedule. Local candidates benefit from being close to Western Alliance Bank's teams and regional hiring market, while the hybrid arrangement offers some flexibility. Confirm the exact in-office expectation and any relocation support with the employer.

About risk management jobs

Risk jobs own the methodology for identifying, assessing, and escalating enterprise, operational, and technology risk. Second-line teams set risk appetite and challenge the first line. Jobs like this one are typically evaluated against frameworks such as enterprise and operational risk frameworks, NIST AI RMF, and risk-appetite and escalation practices.

How to position yourself for this risk management job

Strong candidates emphasize risk assessment methodology, appetite and escalation, cross-functional partnership, and clear reporting to senior leadership and the board. In your resume and outreach, tie your experience to how Western Alliance Bank would apply enterprise and operational risk frameworks, NIST AI RMF, and risk-appetite and escalation practices, and lead with concrete outcomes rather than duties.

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