Technology Risk & Controls Lead

Job Description
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 the Chief Technology Office organization, 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

• Develop and maintain robust relationships, becoming a trusted partner with Identity Access Management (IAM) technologists, audit, assessments teams, and partner LOBs to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and progress toward shared goals
• Ensures effective identification, quantification, communication, and management of technology risk and controls, focusing on resolution recommendations and root cause analysis
• Executes reporting and governance of controls, policies, issue management, audit and regulatory activities and measurements, offering senior management insights into control effectiveness and inform governance work
• Proactively monitors and evaluate IAM control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to strengthen risk posture and regulatory compliance
• Facilitates and reviews responses for Requests for Information (RFI's) for Identity & Access Management products
• Implements, and where needed, establishes governance processes to reduce risk from failed internal processes, inadequate identification of risks, inadequate controls, and emerging risks
• Establishes and oversees adherence to policies and standards impacting technology and cyber risks and identify and aggregate thematic risks and trends
• Maintains an understanding of Product teams strategies, product roadmaps and key investment programs and be able to speak to high level design documents relating to the controls executed by individual IAM teams
• Assesses and documents technology risks, effectively identifying and suggesting appropriate remediation plans
• Identifies and assists with implementing process improvement throughout the risk and control organization

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technology risk management, information security, or related field, emphasizing risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks, industry standards, and financial industry regulatory requirements
• Proficient knowledge and expertise in data security, risk assessment & reporting, control evaluation, design, and governance, with a proven record of implementing effective risk mitigation strategies
• Proven knowledge in multiple security or risk management domains (such as access management, application security, vulnerability management, data protection, encryption, logging and monitoring, network security) with a primary focus of Identity and Access Management
• Demonstrated ability to influence executive-level strategic decision-making and translating technology insights into business strategies for senior executives

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or similar industry-recognized risk and risk certifications are preferred
• Demonstrated experience working in regulated industries, in particular leveraging technology standards, frameworks, compliance, and industry recognized best practice/standards (e.g., ITIL, NIST, ISO, PCI, SOC)
• Proven ability to collaborate with internal and external technology audits (3rd Line of Defense), Operational Risk Management deep dives and testing (2nd Line of Defense), and the ability to advocate on behalf of subject matter experts
• Experience working with tools such as FARM, CORE, Archer, Verum are preferred

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.