What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Risk Manager position at Franklin Fitch?
Are you a Technology Risk professional with experience within the financial services industry?
We are seeking a proactive Technology Risk Professional at VP-level to drive process improvements and manage the full lifecycle of risks, controls, and remediation efforts. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization. This role is ideal for someone looking to impact technology risk management and drive continuous improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Risk Management & Framework Oversight: Support leadership in monitoring technology risks and managing risk frameworks (ISO, NIST). Conduct risk assessments and gap analyses, and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Technology Risk Monitoring & Reporting: Lead risk monitoring efforts, design KPIs and dashboards, and manage the risk platform to keep stakeholders informed on risk developments.
- Audit & Remediation: Oversee audit and remediation efforts, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication. Partner with business units to address audit findings.
- Policy & Process Management: Enhance policies, procedures, and guidelines, and manage systems for tracking risks and audits. Lead annual entitlement reviews.
- Incident Response & Operational Risk: Lead incident response efforts and collaborate to identify root causes and mitigate operational risks.
- Third-Party Risk Management: Manage third-party assessments and monitor vendor compliance with risk policies and regulations.
Qualifications
- 4-year degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5 years of technology risk management experience.
- Strong knowledge of risk frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
- Experience with IT governance, compliance, and audit processes (SOX, SOC II Type II).
- Familiarity with risk management platforms (e.g., RSAM).
- Strong communication, technical writing, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage small teams and collaborate across functions.
We have a base salary up to $170,000 in additional to a strong bonus.
Salary : $160,000 - $170,000
