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Lead, Cyber Risk - Application Assessment

The job posting describes a position as "Lead, Cyber Risk - Application Assessment" at Northern Trust in Chicago, IL, where the applicant will be responsible for assessing applications for security risks and developing strategies to minimize risk. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in IT, particularly in cyber security, risk management, and IT audit.

Tasks

The position involves participation in a corporate project that includes the assessment of applications for resilience risks. These applications are critical to important business services (IBS). The duties include:
  • data collection
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Documentation of results
  • consensus building
  • Tracking identified vulnerabilities

Requirements

The position requires:
  • Strong knowledge of the inherent cyber and resilience risks in the financial services industry
  • Deep understanding and experience with information security, risk assessments, and security risk management principles
  • Excellent analytical skills to identify problems and develop and communicate strategic solutions
  • Organizational and communication skills to coordinate risk-related activities with colleagues and senior management
  • Ability to quantitatively measure and assess risks
  • Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills to adapt communication style to the needs of the audience
  • Self-motivated individual who works with minimal supervision

Experience and qualifications

The position requires:
  • A bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent practical experience
  • 7+ years of IT experience, including but not limited to: cyber and business resilience, cybersecurity, risk management, IT risk and control, and IT audit
  • CRISC, CISM, CISA, CISSP, or equivalent certifications are highly preferred.

We offer

We offer:
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • A flexible and collaborative work culture
  • A work environment where financial strength and stability represent an asset that enables us to explore new ideas
  • Opportunities for professional development and career planning

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