Security Risk Management Lead - Military Veterans

The Security Risk Lead is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to the organization's information technology and cybersecurity practices. This role involves developing and implementing cybersecurity risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and fostering a culture of risk awareness across the organization.

Responsibilities   

• Assist business line leadership with identifying, assessing, controlling, mitigating, and communicating risks associated with business processes and decisions.  Evaluate the root cause, the corrective action plans, and work with business partners Technology teams to successfully implement and document remediation 

• Support the business in the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) 

• Keep the Business aware of the risk and control environment of the Business through continuous and open communication, by preparing and hosting meetings with Senior Management to present and follow-up on issues, concerns, and corrective action plans. 

• Provide oversight and governance to the assigned business unit regarding its control environment including change activities (both business and regulatory change) 

• Execute, facilitate and monitor risk governance mechanisms, including but not limited to, Compliance Risk and Control Self-Assessment (C-RCSA), Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), key risk indicators, policies, risk committees and other elements of the Enterprise Risk Framework 

Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in cybersecurity and risk management roles. 

• Strong understanding of IT security frameworks and regulatory requirements.  

• Executive Communication Skills: Proven experience in presenting risk management findings and recommendations to executive committees, risk oversight bodies, and boards of directors. Ability to distill complex information into actionable insights for senior leaders. 

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills to effectively respond to shifting priorities, demands and timelines 

• Leadership and Influence: Demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams to drive strategic risk initiatives and foster a risk-aware culture. 

• Cyber and Enterprise Risk Management Expertise: Deep understanding of cyber and ERM principles and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, COSO, COBIT) with experience  

• Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) are preferred.