Assistant Vice President - Tech Risk and Controls Substantive Testing/Assessment

In this role as a Tech Risk & Controls Senior Associate / Assistant Vice President, you will play a crucial part in managing technology-related aspects of Governance, Risk, and Compliance in alignment with the firm's standards. Your broad expertise in risk management principles will be utilized to evaluate and monitor risks, implement effective controls, and enhance the firm's risk posture. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and leveraging your analytical skills, you will contribute to the overall success of the Technology Risk & Services team while ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations and industry standards. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead comprehensive control evaluations and substantive testing within Global Technology to assess control design and effectiveness independently. - Collaborate with Compliance and Operational Risk Officers on various engagements, developing detailed test scripts, facilitating issue discussions, and drafting final reports. - Apply advanced critical thinking skills to evaluate high-risk business processes and identify areas for improvement. - Proactively assess and monitor risks to ensure adherence to firm standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the business control environment through updates to the Compliance and Operational Risk Evaluation application. - Develop and execute robust control test scripts to identify weaknesses, determine root causes, and recommend solutions for enhanced operational efficiency. - Lead meetings with business owners at different management levels to deliver testing results and support control enhancements. **Qualifications Required:** - A qualified graduate with a minimum of 6 years of experience in technology risk management, information security, or related fields focusing on risk identification, assessment, and mitigation. - Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, develop effective risk mitigation strategies, and communicate insights clearly to senior stakeholders. - Proficient knowledge of risk management frameworks, regulations, and industry best practices, with the ability to adapt strategies to evolving regulatory landscapes. - Exceptional ability to develop well-founded recommendations based on regulatory guidance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements. - Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced environment. - Strong analytical and communication skills to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences. The following qualifications, capabilities, and skills are preferred: - Industry-recognized risk certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CCEP, CRCM, CRCMP, or GRCP. - Background in auditing and understanding of internal controls. - Proficiency in MS Office tools like Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. - Knowledge of data analytical tools like Tableau, Altryx, or Python.,