Description
One of our top tier banking clients is looking for a IT Risk specialist within Global Markets (GM) Information Security & IT Risk.
The IT Risk Specialist role is based in London and will work as part of a global team covering security risks and associated activities in multiple locations across Europe, North America and Asia.
To support delivery of these priorities, the IT Risk Specialist in Global Markets will involve:
- Supporting the development of the IT Risk (IT Security Risk, Jurisdiction, Information Security Risk, HR Risk, ) framework, products and services;
- Taking ownership of delivery of key reports;
- Enhancing specific aspects of the IT risk framework as required; and
- Providing advice and guidance to the Technology stakeholders on risk and control matters
Essential Qualifications/Experience and Technical Skills
- Minimum of 6-10 years' experience in technology risk management or associated control function (eg Op Risk/audit/SOX/technology risk management) in financial services institutions.
- Understanding of the role of IT Risk in a Global Markets business. This should include good understanding of the Fixed Income and GECD trade life cycle.
- Understanding and/or qualification in IT Risk and Governance frameworks and standards (eg COBIT, ITIL, ISO etc.).
- Ability to draft high quality written products that are comprehensive, accurate, and tailored to the audience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, as the role involves a high amount of interaction with senior management across multiple divisions, including Business, Technology and other control departments
- Excellent influencing skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and related applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and SharePoint).
- Self-starter with ability to manage workload and tasks independently.