Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 2 office days per week)
Employment Type: Permanent, full time
Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance
Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.
For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Principal IT Risk Lead means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.
This is the job
At The AA, we are committed to ensuring our IT systems and processes are resilient and secure. We are looking for a Principal IT Risk Lead to join our team and play a pivotal role in proactively identifying and managing IT risks across the business.
As the Principal IT Risk Lead, you will work closely with the Head of Operational Resilience & IT Risk to identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks. You will ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, protecting our assets and maintaining the resilience of our IT systems.
What will I be doing?
* Own and oversee IT Risk Management processes, managing the IT Risk Registers with appropriate governance.
* Deliver a 1st Line of Defence programme of risk and control effectiveness assessments, reporting and recommending risk mitigation strategies to senior leadership.
* Develop and maintain IT risk management standards and procedures, ensuring they are communicated and adhered to across The AA.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact for all IT Risk related matters.
* Prepare and present risk reports to senior management, identifying and developing key risk indicators (KRIs) and MI.
* Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure suppliers provide appropriate risk mitigations and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in risk management activities.
What do I need?
* Extensive experience in IT risk management, technical control assessments, and implementing effective IT risk management frameworks, with a strong understanding of enterprise risk management methodologies and regulatory requirements.
* Proficiency in cloud computing, information security, data governance, systems architecture, SDLC, and change delivery frameworks, along with knowledge of industry trends such as the cyber threat landscape and artificial intelligence.
* Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, ITIL, or similar are highly desirable.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to inform, challenge, negotiate, and influence at all levels, with strong stakeholder management abilities.
* Persuasive and tenacious, able to work well under pressure and manage workload effectively, while being a strong team player with the ability to work autonomously.
* Strategic thinker with good commercial awareness and strong analytical skills, willing to travel to The AA UK sites when required.
Additional information
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
* Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
* Company funded life assurance
* Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Plus, so much more!
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong.
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