Tech Risk and Controls - Central OH ISSA Conference

Join a role that's central to our technological resilience, offering a unique opportunity to shape the firm's tech risk strategy and enhance industry compliance. 

As a member of our Tech Risk & Controls organization in Cybersecurity and Technology Controls, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the firm's technology risk management strategy. Leveraging your advanced knowledge and expertise in technology-risk disciplines, you will identify, oversee, and mitigate compliance and operational risks in line with the firm's standards. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including Product Owners, Business Control Managers, and regulators, to develop and maintain a comprehensive view of the technology risk posture and its impact on the business. Your ability to make calculated decisions, manage large teams, and drive strategic projects will be crucial in ensuring the firm's adherence to regulatory obligations and industry best practices. Your work will contribute to the long-term success and resilience of the organization in an ever-evolving technology landscape.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professionals to for our Tech Risk & Controls initiatives within the technology domain. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to manage risks, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and uphold the highest standards of corporate governance. This role requires a visionary talent with a deep understanding of the technology landscape and a proven track record in risk management frameworks, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Job responsibilities

• Develop and implement technology risk management strategies, policies, and processes to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, and drive strategic projects and initiatives to enhance the firm's technology risk management capabilities, in line with industry best practices and the firm's standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify and escalate emerging and upstream technology risk through execution of the Firm’s management framework tools, including risk event management, reporting, and action plan tracking, and provide expert counsel to stakeholders and constituents regarding their security obligations, facilitating acceptable outcomes
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including key cross-functional team leads, regulators, and auditors, to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry standards
• Manage reporting and governance of overall controls, policies, issue management, and measurements, etc., providing insight to senior leaders into effectiveness of controls and inform governance work
• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive GRC strategy aligned with the company's business objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to the leadership and direction to the GRC team, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization, particularly those related to technology and cybersecurity.
  • Implement risk mitigation strategies and monitor their effectiveness, ensuring that risks are managed within acceptable levels.
• Compliance Oversight:
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, including data protection and privacy regulations.
  • Develop and maintain policies and procedures to support compliance efforts and conduct regular audits to assess adherence.
• Governance Framework:
  • Establish and maintain a robust governance framework that supports effective decision-making and accountability.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate GRC considerations into strategic planning and operational processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and other external stakeholders on GRC matters.
  • Communicate GRC initiatives and outcomes to the board of directors, executive team, and other key stakeholders.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on the technology risk & controls and information risk management fields 
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management frameworks, industry standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to the financial industry
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, influence executive-level strategic decision-making, and effectively translate technology insi