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Director, Cyber Security Risk Leader (Identity Governance and Administration/IIQ)

Nationwide
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Mar 2026
💰 $262,000/yr($149,000/yr$262,000/yr)

About the role

If you’re passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide’s Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

  • Improves the risk posture of the business and/or technology assets as it relates to Identity Governance (IAM) controls.

  • Understands the current risk landscape, oversees risk assessments, and drives issue resolution.

  • Establishes priorities, tracks progress and brings issues to closure.

  • Assesses cybersecurity, compliance, and continuity management work products; including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and incident response plans.

  • Oversees demand and capacity and aligns professionals with the right risk projects.

  • Understands and drives the capabilities and experience of Business Information Risk Partners, Cyber Security, Compliance, and Continuity Management Professionals.

  • Fosters a continuous improvement mindset and provides ongoing coaching to enhance the efficient delivery of risk products.

  • Drives Quality Assurance by reviewing work products related to cyber security, compliance, and continuity management.

  • Evaluates delivery approaches, risks, and issues, offering valuable feedback.

  • Leads all aspects of associate management, including performance, salary administration, training, and development, hiring, day-to-day management and corrective actions.

    NOTE: This is a hybrid position, reporting into the Columbus, OH office 2 days per week.

Job Description Summary

If you’re enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you!

As a Director Risk Leader, you play a crucial role in protecting Nationwide – The Protection company! You'll provide guidance to a team which supports compliance, continuity, incident management, and cyber security professionals. You'll collaborate with technology teams, software engineers, infrastructure teams and business partners. If you are ready to lead a dynamic team of cyber security professionals, we encourage you to apply and join us! 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:   

  • Improves the risk posture of the business and/or technology assets.

  • Understands the current risk landscape, oversees risk assessments, and drives issue resolution.

  • Establishes priorities, tracks progress and brings issues to closure.

  • Assesses cybersecurity, compliance, and continuity management work products; including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and incident response plans.

  • Oversees demand and capacity and aligns professionals with the right risk projects.

  • Understands and drives the capabilities and experience of Business Information Risk Partners, Cyber Security, Compliance, and Continuity Management Professionals.

  • Fosters a continuous improvement mindset and provides ongoing coaching to enhance the efficient delivery of risk products.

  • Drives Quality Assurance by reviewing work products related to cyber security, compliance, and continuity management.

  • Evaluates delivery approaches, risks, and issues, offering valuable feedback.

  • Leads all aspects of associate management, including performance, salary administration, training, and development, hiring, day-to-day management and corrective actions.

May perform other responsibilities as assigned. 

 

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Associate Vice President or above, Risk Management Leader; Leads a team of five or more Risk Management professionals. 

 

Typical Skills and Experiences:   

 

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