Compliance Analyst Jobs in California
Compliance analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, healthcare, technology, and life sciences, with openings at every level from entry-level analyst through senior and lead roles. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring hubs, with employers like Wells Fargo, Kaiser Permanente, and Qualcomm maintaining deep compliance functions in the state. The most in-demand specialties are regulatory compliance, financial compliance, and healthcare compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Job
The San Bernardino County Human Services Department, Information, Technology, and Support Division, is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented IT Licensing & Compliance Analyst* to support enterprise and non-enterprise information technology licensing, compliance, optimization, procurement, and budgeting initiatives.
This position plays an important role in evaluating technology needs, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and supporting the effective use of technology resources. The ideal candidate will have experience in business analysis, project management, technology procurement, contract evaluation, and funding documentation, along with the ability to research emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).
- Analyze business processes, gather and document requirements, map workflows, and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and technology performance.
- Support technology licensing, compliance, procurement, and budgeting activities, including competitive solicitations, vendor proposal evaluations, contract reviews, and cost-benefit analyses.
- Prepare and review Advance Planning Documents (APDs), funding requests, cost analyses, and related documentation to support required approvals and reimbursement of eligible technology expenditures.
- Evaluate technology solutions and emerging technologies, including AI, and assist with special projects, implementation efforts, and post-implementation performance monitoring.
- Assess risks, interpret complex requirements, evaluate alternatives, and develop recommendations to support informed decision-making and effective technology resource management.
- Coordinate with internal departments, vendors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to communicate requirements, resolve issues, and support project objectives.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates MUST meet the Experience and Education requirement to qualify.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Experience with business analysis and project management
- Experience in technology procure and contracts
- Preparing ADPs, funding requests, cost analyses or similar documentation
- Ability to interpret complex requirements, assess risks, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound recommendations.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including preparing formal documentation, presenting recommendations, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and vendors.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
The Job
The San Bernardino County Human Services Department, Information, Technology, and Support Division, is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented IT Licensing & Compliance Analyst* to support enterprise and non-enterprise information technology licensing, compliance, optimization, procurement, and budgeting initiatives.
This position plays an important role in evaluating technology needs, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and supporting the effective use of technology resources. The ideal candidate will have experience in business analysis, project management, technology procurement, contract evaluation, and funding documentation, along with the ability to research emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).
- Analyze business processes, gather and document requirements, map workflows, and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and technology performance.
- Support technology licensing, compliance, procurement, and budgeting activities, including competitive solicitations, vendor proposal evaluations, contract reviews, and cost-benefit analyses.
- Prepare and review Advance Planning Documents (APDs), funding requests, cost analyses, and related documentation to support required approvals and reimbursement of eligible technology expenditures.
- Evaluate technology solutions and emerging technologies, including AI, and assist with special projects, implementation efforts, and post-implementation performance monitoring.
- Assess risks, interpret complex requirements, evaluate alternatives, and develop recommendations to support informed decision-making and effective technology resource management.
- Coordinate with internal departments, vendors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to communicate requirements, resolve issues, and support project objectives.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates MUST meet the Experience and Education requirement to qualify.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Experience with business analysis and project management
- Experience in technology procure and contracts
- Preparing ADPs, funding requests, cost analyses or similar documentation
- Ability to interpret complex requirements, assess risks, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound recommendations.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including preparing formal documentation, presenting recommendations, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and vendors.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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Compliance Analyst Job Market in California
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- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in compliance analyst jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a related field
- Knowledge of California-specific regulations including CCPA and state financial codes
- One to five years of experience in compliance, audit, or risk management
- Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional or similar credential preferred
- Proficiency with compliance management software and data analysis tools
- Strong written communication skills for policy documentation and regulatory reporting
Compliance Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a compliance analyst in California?
Most compliance analyst roles in California require a bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a related field, though some employers in healthcare or financial services prefer a master's. California does not require a state-issued license for most compliance analyst positions, but earning a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential strengthens your candidacy significantly. Candidates targeting financial services roles should also familiarize themselves with California-specific statutes, including the California Consumer Privacy Act and Department of Financial Protection and Innovation requirements.
How much do compliance analysts make in California?
Compliance analysts in California earn a median of about $106,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,680 for the lowest 10% to over $175,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire compliance analysts in California?
Employers hiring compliance analysts in California right now include NOVOGRADAC & COMPANY, TikTok, and Whatnot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of major financial institutions, health systems, and technology companies means compliance hiring is spread across multiple industries rather than dominated by a single sector.
Which California cities have the most compliance analyst jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most compliance analyst openings in California. Los Angeles leads due to its density of financial services firms, healthcare systems, and entertainment conglomerates with large legal and regulatory teams, while San Francisco's concentration of fintech and technology companies drives strong demand there, and San Diego's life sciences and defense contracting sector sustains steady openings in that region.
Are there remote compliance analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 57% of compliance analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based, document-driven nature of the work. Policy review, regulatory monitoring, and compliance reporting are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely, while roles involving on-site audits or direct regulatory liaison work tend to require at least partial in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a compliance analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from an adjacent role such as paralegal, audit associate, risk analyst, or regulatory affairs coordinator, where you already handle policy or oversight work. Large California employers including Kaiser Permanente, Bank of America, and Salesforce run rotational or associate programs that accept candidates without dedicated compliance experience. Building familiarity with the California Consumer Privacy Act and completing a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional foundation course signals genuine preparation to hiring managers evaluating entry-level candidates.
Where can I find and apply to compliance analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to compliance analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across financial services, healthcare, technology, and life sciences. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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