Technology Cyber Compliance & Operational Risk Officer-VP

Technology Cyber Compliance & Operational Risk Officer-VP

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting risk management, compliance, governance, or controls related roles.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in technology risk and/or cyber risk management, information security, information technology or related field
• Understanding of various technology risk and/or cyber principles, strategies, and technologies, including proficiency in areas such as data protection, network security, threat analysis, identity and access management, incident response, and security architecture.
• Demonstrated track record of effectively assessing and managing competing priorities.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards related to technology risk and/or cyber risk.
• Exposure to enterprise risk management frameworks and knowledge of risk reporting tools and techniques.
• Understanding of different risk types, e.g. credit, market, liquidity.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels, develop strong partnerships across the organization, and present complex information clearly to senior management and stakeholders.
• Strong influencer with a focus on building relationships with the 1st line, while remaining independent and retaining the ability to challenge effectively.
• Comfortable in dynamic environments, capable of adapting to change while maintaining focus on risk management objectives.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to understand drivers and overcome barriers.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Analytical, with the ability to comprehend complexity and engage strategically, analyzing and interpreting large volumes of data.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of enterprise technology and/or cyber risk management procedures and methodologies, monitoring their effective application within the business.
• Review and challenge the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and control measures implemented by the 1st line of defense.
• Independently assess technology and/or cyber risks within the business to ensure they are within the acceptable risk appetite, identifying any potential areas of vulnerability.
• Collaborate with the business to understand its risk profile, evaluate technology and/or cyber risk exposure, incorporate risk mitigation strategies, and monitor technology and cyber-related issues.
• Provide guidance on technology and/or cyber risk mitigation strategies and control enhancements to business and other stakeholders.
• Provide regular and detailed reports to senior management and stakeholders on the status of technology and/or cyber risks.
• Analyze data to identify trends or emerging technology and cyber risks and provide timely recommendations to mitigate risk exposure.
• Lead initiatives to enhance risk management practices, contributing to overall organizational resilience and readiness against potential technology and/or cyber risks.
• Ensure all technology and/or cyber risk management activities comply with internal policies, external regulations, and industry standards.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices to assess its impact on technology and/or cyber risk management and advise the business accordingly.
• Support the execution of remediation with timely and effective outcomes against regulatory expectations.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness and accountability in the business, escalating any technology and/or cyber risks as appropriate and collaborating with stakeholders to establish preventive measures.
• Support independent oversight and assurance over the bank’s broader operational risk management frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred