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Principal, Technology and Cyber Risk Management
The Northern Trust is seeking a Principal for Technology and Cyber Risk Management in Lincoln, Ireland, who specializes in identifying and assessing risks associated with new technologies such as AI, the cloud, and blockchain. The role involves conducting risk assessments, assisting with the implementation of security controls, and collaborating with stakeholders to strategically mitigate risk.
Tasks
- Identification of new technology- and cyber-related risks (e.g., artificial intelligence, digital assets, quantum computing, the cloud, mobile devices, the Internet of Things, blockchain/electronic financial transactions, customer and employee data protection, etc.) arising from the implementation of new technology initiatives and activities.
- Reviewing, evaluating, and providing technical input for major new corporate projects, such as new technology initiatives and potential future considerations.
- Conducting technology and cybersecurity risk assessments, evaluating new elements, performing testing activities, and carrying out the necessary due diligence.
- Developing and/or updating existing test cases and test scenarios; with a focus on changes that affect technology performance and controls.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define the organization's desired state, identify key success factors, and track progress toward achieving goals.
- Support management (CISO, Digital, Info Sec, Service Delivery, Customer Care, etc.) with workflows across various areas of the company to deploy new technology initiatives and mitigate risks consistently.
- Planning, scheduling, and monitoring deliveries, milestones, and resources across organized activities or projects.
- Conducting scenario-based, risk-based, desktop, and deep-dive assessments that target specific process vulnerabilities, as well as providing recommendations for managing the remediation process.
- Reviewing updates on industry trends, new threats, technologies, and policies; sharing knowledge and raising awareness of business and financial implications.
- Supporting management by developing and leading the analysis to identify areas with potential for improvement, and guiding the team toward implementing those improvements.
- Participate in technology and cyber/stability incident response activities as needed.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in security testing, with experience in scalable architectures and secure network architectures in financial organizations.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and workflows, set priorities, and ensure that deliverables and program changes remain on schedule and within budget.
- Experience with IT risk management frameworks and controls (e.g., PCI DSS, ISO 27001, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of current industry standards in the financial services sector, including industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Ability to travel, when necessary, up to 10–15% within the United States.
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