What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech Risk and Controls Lead position at JPMorgan Chase?
Join our team to play a pivotal role in mitigating tech risks and upholding operational excellence, driving innovation in risk management.
As a Tech Risk & Controls Lead in Corporate Sector, you will be responsible for identifying, and mitigating compliance and operational risks in line with the firm's standards. You will also provide subject matter expertise and technical guidance to technology-aligned process owners, ensuring that implemented controls are operating effectively and in compliance with regulatory, legal, and industry standards. By partnering with various stakeholders, including Product Owners, Business Control Managers, and Regulators, you will contribute to the reporting of a comprehensive view of technology risk posture and its impact on the business. Your advanced knowledge of risk management principles, practices, and theories will enable you to drive innovative solutions and effectively manage a diverse team in a dynamic and evolving risk landscape.
Job responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth reviews of existing processes for effective identification, quantification, communication, and management of technology risk, focusing on root cause analysis and resolution recommendations.
- Lead development & implementation of formal processes, procedures, workflow automations to continuously optimize the team’s resources to improve reliability, costs, and sustainability.
- Develop and maintain robust relationships, becoming a trusted partner with LOB technologists, assessments teams, and data officers to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and progress toward shared goals.
- Execute reporting and governance of controls, policies, issue management, and measurements, offering senior management insights into control effectiveness and inform governance work.
- Proactively monitor and evaluate control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to strengthen risk posture and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure on-time delivery of technology solutions
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Formal training or certification in Information Technology, and/or 5 years of technology, risk and controls knowledge.
- Strong leadership skills with exceptional communication and presence
- Advanced knowledge of multiple IT control and project management practices and experience working across large environments
- Ability to collaborate with high-performing teams and individuals throughout the firm to accomplish common goals
- Experience In Depth reviews of existing processes for effective identification, quantification, communication, and management of technology risk, focusing on root cause analysis and resolution recommendations.
- In-depth knowledge and experience in Infrastructure and/or Application Risks and Controls
- Ability to independently use systems and analyze/use data to address/identify gaps in Controls, and highlight Risk
- Working experience in collaborating with engineering as well as business functions to achieve objectives and hold difficult conversations/escalations
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
- Fast learner with an eye for detail
- CRISC, CISSP, or other industry-recognized risk certifications are preferred
- Audit experience preferable, but not mandatory
