Director – US IT Risk Manager (Advisory & Monitoring)

Job Summary

Job Description

The Director of US IT Risk Management, Advisory & Monitoring leads IT risk management efforts within the US technology division. This role drives identification, risk assessment and monitoring of IT related risks to infrastructure, systems, applications, platforms and operations. Collaborate with first-line defense teams to maintain an effective control environment, address emerging threats and ensure risk management strategies align with the US Risk Management framework and regulatory expectations.

What will you do?

• Develop and oversee the US IT risk management strategy, ensuring alignment with the Enterprise Risk Management framework
• Design, develop and oversees Key Risk Indicators to identify and manage US technology risk exposure and adjust as required based on emerging risks or changes in the IT environment
• Partners closely with RBC US Technology business partners to assess first-line-of-defense controls and provide guidance on effective risk management strategies
• Assess high-risk technology initiatives to ensure effective risk management strategies are in place and provide oversight on third-party supplier relationships
• Develop methodologies and frameworks to assess risk within the US Technology division and design risk management strategies to mitigate or remove risk for the organization
• Drive continuous improvement of IT risk management processes and methodologies
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of IT risk management controls and provide regular updates to senior leadership teams
• Conduct post-incident risk assessments to determine root cause, impact, and remediation actions to evaluate risk response strategies and effectiveness
  
  

What do you need to succeed?

• Minimum of 10 years in risk management with a strong focus on advising and monitoring IT risks across financial services organizations
• Strong understanding of US Regulatory environment including reporting requirements. Prior or current financial services experience required
• Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, cyber security, service delivery and risk and change management processes
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to IT risk management including FFIEC, NIST,GDPR…and vendor risk management guidelines
• Strong knowledge of IT Risk management frameworks and methodologies as well as tools and techniques for monitoring and reporting on IT risks.
• Ability to influence a diverse group of stakeholders and demonstrate strong collaboration skills across the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in CompSci, Finance or related degree. Master’s degree preferred
  
  

Nice-to-have

• Certifications are a plus (e.g., CRISC, CISA, CISM,CAMS CISSP
  
  

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
  
  

The expected salary range for this particular position is $175K - $240K discretionary bonus, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value
  
  

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Job Skills

Adaptability, Business Performance Management, Customer Service, Decision Making, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Operational Delivery, Process Improvements, Time Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET:JERSEY CITY

City:

Jersey City

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-03-21

Application Deadline:

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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