First Line Risk & Control Analyst (Risk Governance)

Denver

Friday, 08 May 2026

Enterprise Technology is a global organization within Transamerica. We provide dedicated application support to Transamerica, and we bring all of Aegon's business units together through the use of technology. We provide the backbone - the infrastructure - for how everything works. We’re creating the company’s AI environment, building a flexible ‘cloud experience’ for internal hosting services, designing frameworks for data governance and management, and ensuring the security and stability of the company’s technology. In short, we enable the business units to move more quickly and deliver to our clients in the best possible way. Whether customers are interested in insurance products or annuities or financial services, we're here to ensure they don't have to worry whether their information is safe. The people we employ are incredibly diverse, both in terms of backgrounds and skill sets. There are over 1000 of us representing a dozen or so nationalities and located in the UK, the US, the Netherlands, Hungary, Spain, and Hong Kong. Our global teams are comprised of experts in areas such as application development, information security, infrastructure services, data & analytics, risk & controls, procurement, program management, and architecture. With the breadth of functions within Enterprise Technology, individuals can pursue a wide variety of careers, and we have a focus on supporting employees’ development. The most important quality in the people who join us is curiosity. A lot of what we do is problem solving, requiring colleagues to take what they know and apply it to new situations. We have many mature processes, but we’re always looking for opportunities to improve, so we want people who are naturally inquisitive and confident enough to challenge the way we do things. Technology is constantly, rapidly changing – we need you to help us continue to change with it. Job Description Job Description Summary:The First Line Risk and Controls Team (FLRC) team enables and supports the senior leadership of Transamerica in implementing effective Operational & IT Risk Management. The FLRC team is involved in the full risk lifecycle and governance; from initial tolerance setting, creating policies, facilitating risk & control self-assessments, monitoring issues & actions, etc. to maintaining supporting documentation and tooling, risk reporting and facilitating risk governance. This position specifically works closely with FLRC Leads and other subject matter experts in management and oversight of the supporting risk assessments, including the lifecycle of risk acceptances. The role collaborates with key stakeholders across the three lines of defense to ensure that risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated where needed. What You Will Do:On a day-to-day basis, this position will perform responsibilities such as some or all of the following:Maintain hygiene and accuracy in RA documentation and reporting. Support intake, assessment, and renewal of Risk Acceptances (RAs). Collaborate with key stakeholders to perform risk assessment activities (such as Information Security and 2nd Line Risk). Engage stakeholders proactively to manage the RA lifecycleSupport development and enforcement of SLAs for timely RA reviews. Understand data inputs, tolerances, and reporting expectations (including company references such as the risk taxonomy). Contribute to risk metrics and dashboards for governance visibility. Support the preparation, distribution, and maintenance of plans, instructions, guidance, and standard operating procedures. Maintain an understanding of company policies and frameworks. What You Will Need: Qualifications. Bachelor’s degree in business or IT or equivalent knowledge/experience combination. Previous experience in one or more of the following roles: 2nd line ORM / IT Risk Mngt, Controls Tester, IT Auditing and/or IT Security. Risk management knowledge. Ability to facilitate and assist with risk assessments, explain risk lifecycle to stakeholders. Ability to challenge stakeholders, get to the core of issues and risks. Excellent communication skills in writing and communicating in clear concise manner, ability to document risks and controls. Building strong relationships within various departments and across three lines of defense, and working in a multi-cultural and international environment. Knowledge of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tooling. Preferred. CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, COBIT, and/or COSO Experience working in a multi-national organization. Experience working in insurance and/or finance industry. Working Conditions. This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, Denver and Philadelphia). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. Hybrid office working conditions. May require some work outside standard work schedule due to global support. May require minimal travel for team meetings or training. Compensation:The Salary for this position generally ranges between $57,000 - $66,400 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/ Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, Denver, Philadelphia). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits Competitive Pay Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package Pension Plan 401 k Match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Tuition Reimbursement. Disability Insurance. Medical Insurance. Dental Insurance. Vision Insurance. Employee Discounts. Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/ Life Balance Benefits Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays). Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child. Adoption Assistance. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care Program. PTO for Volunteer Hours. Employee Matching Gifts Program. Employee Resource Groups. Inclusion and Diversity Programs. Employee Recognition Program. Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ER - Gs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ER - Gs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work. Transamerica’s Parent Company Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. - It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity. - As of December 31, 2023

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