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As a key contributor within the Enterprise Risk Management team, the Technology Risk Management Manager will support the Technology Risk Management (“TRM”) Director in executing the second line of defense (“2nd LOD”) responsibilities for technology and AI-related risks. This role is responsible for operationalizing the Company’s Technology Risk Management Framework, performing independent risk assessments, monitoring key technology and AI risks, and driving effective challenge across the Technology organization.

What you will do

• Support the execution and ongoing enhancement of the Company’s Technology Risk Management Framework, ensuring alignment with the 2nd LOD strategy and overall enterprise risk governance.

• Conduct targeted technology risk assessments to identify control gaps, assess risks, recommend mitigations, and track remediation through closure.

• Perform independent reviews of technology controls across IT domains, including security controls, access management, change management, ITSM processes, data protection, and cloud controls.

• Monitor the organization’s technology risk profile by evaluating emerging risks, industry trends, incidents, and changes to the technology landscape.

• Support issue management activities, including root cause analysis, remediation planning, and validation of implemented solutions.

• Review technology-related process and project changes to identify associated risks and provide 2nd LOD risk challenge.

• Assist with preparing TRM reporting and risk insights for senior management and board risk committees.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with the Technology organization, fostering a collaborative risk culture

• Support ongoing enhancement of the Company’s AI Risk Management Framework, ensuring alignment with applicable regulatory expectations, responsible AI practices, and enterprise risk policies.

• Maintain the enterprise AI Use Case Inventory, perform 2nd LOD review and challenge of AI models and AI use cases

• Develop and deliver regular reporting on the AI Governance Program, including AI risk metrics, inventory changes etc.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s Degree required.

• 6–10 years of experience in Technology, Information Security, IT Audit, Technology Risk Governance, or related fields.

• Working knowledge of technology risk management frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001/27002, NIST CSF, COBIT, ITIL) and understanding of core IT risk domains such as cybersecurity, data protection, infrastructure, and cloud.

• Experience conducting risk assessments, control testing, model governance

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical risks and articulate them clearly to both technical and business audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence stakeholders to drive remediation and strengthen control environments.

What will set you apart

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise risk reporting.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, operate with a high degree of ownership, and work both independently and collaboratively.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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