Ryanair is looking for an IT Risk and Compliance Analyst to develop and execute the internal risk and compliance plan for our IT systems. You will work directly with management and development teams to identify risks, oversee remediation, and embed compliance into our technical designs.
What You'll Do
- Lead and maintain the PCI DSS compliance programme, including control operations, evidence management, audit coordination and remediation support.
- Work closely with internal teams and QSAs to ensure PCI DSS requirements are embedded into systems, processes and technical designs.
- Support SOX IT control activities and lead the implementation of new controls where required.
- Provide practical advice to IT and engineering teams on control design, risk mitigation and compliance best practices.
- Perform continuous monitoring and ongoing risk assessments to ensure controls remain effective.
- Maintain clear, concise compliance documentation, policies and procedures.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- 4+ years of relevant experience in IT risk, compliance or security, with hands‑on work in PCI DSS / ISO27001 / NIST.
- At least 3 years supporting SOX IT control activities.
- Strong understanding of IT general controls, cloud technologies, IAM, and change/release processes.
- Experience working with internal and external auditors.
- Strong communication and reporting skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams.
- One or more relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC, PCI ISA/QSA, or PCI‑P.
Nice to Have
- Experience with control automation or leveraging AI tools to improve compliance efficiency.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary
- Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
- Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
- Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
- 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
- Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
- Cycle 2 Work Scheme
- Unrivalled career progression
Ryanair is an equal opportunity employer.



