Implements Company Asset Protection Procedures Jobs in Chicago, IL

Entry‑level analysts earn $65k–$85k, mid‑level $85k–$120k, senior analysts $120k–$160k, managers $160k–$200k, and directors $200k–$250k. Salaries vary by region, industry, and certification portfolio.

Key skills include GRC platforms (RSA Archer, ServiceNow GRC), SIEM (Splunk, IBM QRadar), IAM (Okta, CyberArk), DLP (Symantec, McAfee), privileged access management, ISO 27001 implementation, SOX/SOC 2 compliance, and audit evidence automation. Essential certifications are CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, CompTIA Security+, and GRC Certified Professional.

Many compliance, GRC, and audit roles are fully remote or hybrid. SOC positions often require on‑site presence for 24/7 coverage, but some companies offer hybrid rotations. Remote work is common in fintech and SaaS firms.

Typical progression: Analyst → Senior Analyst → Lead Analyst → Manager → Senior Manager → Director → VP of Asset Protection → Chief Risk Officer. Advancement is driven by project ownership, advanced certifications, and strategic impact.

Trends include AI‑driven threat analytics, zero‑trust architecture, cloud‑native asset management, automated audit evidence, blockchain for immutable asset logs, and heightened regulatory scrutiny from GDPR, CCPA, and SOC 2.