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What is a risk assessment analyst and how to become one
Risk analysts assess potential clients' financial statements and economic backgrounds to understand the extent of risk certain financial decisions would bring for the client. They are mostly employed by banks and financial institutions, such as insurance companies.
You will need a degree in a finance-related field to land this position, although experience in the field is not always required. You will be trained on the job and have ample opportunities to grow.
You will need to conduct extensive research to assist companies with their financial decisions, so computer literacy and familiarity with appropriate software are necessary. You might have to travel for work, so if you have the analytical and number-oriented mind this work requires, you will have a varied and interesting career.
Avg. Salary $72,270
Avg. Salary $59,228
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American Indian and Alaska Native 0.43%
Asian 8.83%
Black or African American 6.36%
Hispanic or Latino 9.39%
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male 49.63%
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Hispanic or Latino 19.00%
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Age - 43Stress level is high
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Complexity level is challenging
7 - challenging
Work life balance is fair
6.4 - fair
Risk assessment analyst career paths
Key steps to become a risk assessment analyst
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Skills Percentages Risk Assessments 33.66% NIST 15.08% Security Risk Assessment 9.62% ISO 6.85% HIPAA 4.56% Complete relevant risk assessment analyst training and internships
Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New risk assessment analysts learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a risk assessment analyst based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real risk assessment analyst resumes.Research risk assessment analyst duties and responsibilities
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Now it's time to start searching for a risk assessment analyst job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:
- Browse job boards for relevant postings
- Consult your professional network
- Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
- Watch out for job scams
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Average risk assessment analyst salary
The average risk assessment analyst salary in the United States is $72,270 per year or $35 per hour. Risk assessment analyst salaries range between $52,000 and $99,000 per year.
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Updated January 8, 2025
