ITA - Cybersecurity (EIS and IAM) Business Unit Risk Manager (BURM)

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The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details.

The Cybersecurity Business Unit Risk Manager (BURM) will lead and oversee the first line of defense risk management for Enterprise Information Security (EIS) and Technology Engineering (TE) teams within Information Technology for the Americas, reporting directly to the Information Technology Business Unit Risk and Control Officer (BURCO). This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining a first line of defense risk management strategy to protect the firm’s assets, information, and reputation. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, with experience leading teams in a complex and fast-paced environment.

 Key partners for this role include the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), independent risk (second line of defense), internal audit, and external regulators.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

 - Execute a comprehensive risk management strategy aligned with the firm’s business objectives and regulatory requirements.

 - Provide expert guidance to key partners on emerging risks and their potential impact on the business.

 - Oversee the implementation of policies, standards, and procedures to manage and mitigate cybersecurity risks.

 - Communicate risk issues and strategies to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Risk Assessment & Management

 - Lead the identification, assessment, and prioritization of Cyber related risks across the organization.

 - Ensure on-time remediation of issues and exceptions, appropriate escalations and collaborative solutioning.

 - Implement risk management frameworks and methodologies to assess and mitigate risks effectively.

Governance & Compliance: Collaborate with the CISO, independent risk, and audit teams to ensure compliance with relevant cybersecurity regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

Team Leadership & Development

 - Build and lead a high-performing risk management team.

 - Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

 - Collaborate with other technology and business leaders to promote a risk-aware culture across the organization.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC) preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in cybersecurity or risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a large financial institution or similar environment.

Expertise: Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management methodologies, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, FFIEC). Strong understanding of financial services industry regulations and compliance requirements.

Skills:

 - Excellent leadership and team management skills.

 - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

 - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives.

 - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of complexity.

The typical base pay range for this role is between $160K - $211K depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, e