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Risk Controls Self-Assessment (RCSA) Control Owner – Insider Threat

BNY
Pittsburgh, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 May 2025

About the role

Risk Controls Self-Assessment Control Owner – Insider Threat

At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day around the globe, our 50,000+ employees bring the power of their perspective to the table to create solutions with our clients that benefit businesses, communities and people everywhere.    

We continue to be a leader in the industry, awarded as a top home for innovators and for creating an inclusive workplace. Through our unique ideas and talents, together we help make money work for the world. This is what #LifeAtBNY is all about.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Risk Controls Self-Assessment Control Owner to join our – Insider Threat team. This role is in Pittsburgh, PA, Lake Mary, FL –HYBRID.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: 

1. Control Assessments and Facilitation:

  •  Host and support business units in performing Risk Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) for insider threat controls.
  •  Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational policies throughout the assessment process.
  • Provide guidance and expertise to business unit stakeholders to identify, document, and assess control effectiveness.

 

2. Monitoring and Reporting:

  •  Continuously monitor the effectiveness of insider threat controls across the organization.
  •  Develop and maintain metrics and reporting mechanisms to evaluate control performance.
  •  Identify and escalate control deficiencies, gaps, or risks, and support business units in developing remediation plans.

 

3. Scorecard Development and Presentation:

  •  Design and maintain scorecards to summarize insider threat control performance and effectiveness metrics.
  •  Present quarterly scorecards to enterprise control managers, highlighting key findings, trends, and recommendations for improvement.

 

4. Collaboration and Communication:

  •  Partner with Insider Risk, Compliance, and Audit teams to ensure proper governance and oversight of insider threat controls.
  •  Act as a liaison between business units and enterprise control managers, ensuring clear communication of risks, expectations, and outcomes.

  

5. Continuous Improvement:

  •  Contribute to the development and enhancement of RCSA processes, tools, and frameworks to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
  •  Stay informed about emerging risks, regulatory changes, and best practices in insider threat management.
     

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

 Experience:

  •  5+ years of experience in risk management, internal controls, audit, or insider threat programs in a highly regulated environment.
  •  Strong understanding of RCSA processes and enterprise risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO, NIST).
  •  Familiarity with insider threat risks, behaviors, and mitigation strategies in financial institutions.

  Skills:

  •  Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
  •  Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information to senior stakeholders.
  •  Proficiency in developing metrics, scorecards, and dashboards (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
  •  Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  •  Experience with insider threat detection and monitoring tools.
  •  Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., FFIEC, SOX, GLBA) and their application to insider risk.
  •  Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or similar are highly desirable.


At BNY, our culture speaks for itself. Here’s a few of our awards: 

  • America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2024
  • World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2024
  • Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Corporate Equality Index, 100% score, 2023-2024