We are seeking an IT/Technology Risk & Governance Specialist to join our team in Technology Services. This role will work closely with IT, IS & Cyber SMEs to foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability for technology risk and governance across the Directorate.
This is a hybrid role; remote working and a small amount of onsite presence in our central Leeds (or Bradford) office.
As a technology risk subject matter expert, you will lead on the transformation of our Technology Services risk and control environment. Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting and educating SMEs with the identification, assessment, monitoring, and management of technology risks (both on prem and Cloud)
* Supporting the design and implementation of IT and Cyber controls to mitigate identified risks
* Supporting the continual review of technology services controls to ensure they are appropriate for managing our risks
* Building relationships with key stakeholders across the business
* Developing, implementing, and maintaining governance and risk management frameworks including policies and procedures
* Providing problem solving/troubleshooting skills to support the Technology Services Director and extended leadership team
* Monitoring, reporting, and providing insights on key risk indicators, emerging risks, and compliance issues
* Leading the preparation and delivery of governance and risk reporting for risk forums and committees
* Monitoring and reporting on audit and assurance issues
* Supporting annual compliance activities, such as PCI-DSS, LINK, BACS
Key requirements include:
* Experience with IT/Technology risk (including cyber), preferably in Financial Services
* Comfortable explaining technology risk in non-technical terms whilst advising and educating on appropriate risk mitigation and remediation
* Track record of building relationships with key stakeholders, good collaboration skills
* Knowledge of industry best practice, emerging technology risks, and regulatory requirements
* Knowledge and experience of Technology Risk & Control Assessment frameworks (NIST, ISO27001, COBIT, ITIL)
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy up to a further 5 days
* On-target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%)
* Pension contributions up to 11%
* Private medical insurance, dental, and healthcare plans
* Access to a range of retail, hospitality, and health discounts through our self-service benefits portal