Join our team to play a pivotal role in mitigating tech risks and upholding operational excellence, driving innovation in risk management. 

As a Tech Risk & Controls Lead in the Cybersecurity and Tech Controls line of business, you will be responsible for identifying, and mitigating compliance and operational risks in line with the firm's standards. You will also provide subject matter expertise and technical guidance to technology-aligned process owners, ensuring that implemented controls are operating effectively and in compliance with regulatory, legal, and industry standards. By partnering with various stakeholders, including Product Owners, Business Control Managers, and Regulators, you will contribute to the reporting of a comprehensive view of technology risk posture and its impact on the business. Your advanced knowledge of risk management principles, practices, and theories will enable you to drive innovative solutions and effectively manage a diverse team in a dynamic and evolving risk landscape.

 Job responsibilities

Ensure effective identification, quantification, communication, and management of technology risk, focusing on root cause analysis and resolution recommendationsDevelop and maintain robust relationships, becoming a trusted partner with LOB technologists, assessments teams, and data officers to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and progress toward shared goalsExecute reporting and governance of controls, policies, issue management, and measurements, offering senior management insights into control effectiveness and inform governance workProactively monitor and evaluate control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to strengthen risk posture and regulatory complianceManage end-to-end execution of the CTC Compliance and Operational Risk Evaluation (CORE) Process, Risks & Controls, including oversight for control deficiencies and issue management/resolutionsLead and provide risk and control advisory support and targeted reviews for issue root cause analysis and action plans to ensure resolutions are sustainable and aligned to the organization’s strategic goalsEnsure accurate monitoring, transparent reporting and issue/risk escalation with leaders and partnersEnsure compliance with firmwide Compliance and Operational Risk Issue Management standard and procedureIdentify, escalate, and implement solutions for operational process improvements 

Collaborate with stakeholders in a consulting role to add value and address unresolved critical problems

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Formal training or certification in risk and controls, and 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technology risk management, information security, or related field, emphasizing risk identification, assessment, and mitigationFamiliarity with risk management frameworks, industry standards, and financial industry regulatory requirementsProficient knowledge and expertise in data security, risk assessment & reporting, control evaluation, design, and governance, with a proven record of implementing effective risk mitigation strategiesDemonstrated ability to influence executive-level strategic decision-making and translating technology insights into business strategies for senior executivesExperience in one or more of the following: technology risk management processes, IT Risk Management Frameworks, internal controls and complianceStrong executive communication skills, the ability to influence direction, negotiate, and collaborate with othersDemonstrated critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skillsAbility to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-oriented and cross-functional environmentProven abilities as a self-motivated and confident decision-maker with the ability to lead, challenge and influence change Ability to synthesize data quickly and communicate analysis succinctly and professionallyProven ability to manage operational programs, meet strict deadlines, and drive process improvements

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or similar industry-recognized risk and risk certifications are preferredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio)