What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP Technology Risk & Controls position at The Clearing House?
Position Summary:
The Vice President of Technology Controls is responsible for assessing risk management and controls for Technology Infrastructure and Software Development and Testing, and working with the teams to enhance procedures and controls. In addition, this role will lead teams on control execution to support the management of RCSA (Risk & Control Self-Assessment), audits and examinations. The position will identify areas of improvement and provide support to implement enhancements. This role will face off to the examiners. This role will provide challenge to the business function and lead improvements in the control space. This role will drive industry technology improvements specific to risk management. This role will perform assignments under the guidance of the VP, Risk & Control Client Delivery.
Qualifications required:
- Bachelors degree in business or an information technology-related field
- 10 years experience in operations or technology in a banking or other highly regulated industry
- Experience managing risk in an information technology setting
- Experience in analyzing or managing technical processes such as network, server or mainframe systems administration
- Strong analytical skills with ability to organize, analyze and present information
- Excellent communication skills, written and oral
- Demonstrated leadership in IT role with significant risk management responsibility
- Attention to detail and organization
Essential functions and responsibilities:
- Lead and provide guidance to Technology Infrastructure and Software Development teams on all aspects of in-business risk and control
- Ensure that IT RCSAs are complete and thoroughly address all aspects of risk
- Interact with internal audit and regulators related communicating IT controls and their effectiveness
- Drive the implementation and maintenance of a strong control environment
- Liaise with second line of defense colleagues and first line managers to ensure thorough risk assessment and mitigation
Physical demands and work environment:
Work is generally sedentary in nature. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.
