Head of Digital Solutions Technology Risk & Governance

$185,500 - $300,000/Yr

S&P Global - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

10,001+ employees

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

The Head of Digital Solutions Technology Risk & Governance at S&P Global is responsible for leading the technology risk and governance strategy within the Digital Solutions team. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and drive a culture of risk awareness across the organization. The position requires a strategic mindset to integrate risk management into the company's overall objectives and to protect the brand while enabling business capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the DS risk and governance strategy by driving risk initiatives in support of the Digital Solutions strategy.
• Build out the first line of defense to proactively identify and mitigate technology risk.
• Define Digital Solutions risk appetite, taxonomy, and controls.
• Establish governance framework across Digital Technology Services, Information Security, and Corporate Platforms.
• Establish and track KPIs related to technology risk and compliance across Digital Solutions, including 3rd party risk management.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the enterprise to integrate risk management into strategic planning.
• Lead risk assessments and partner with Audit to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Drive a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance to industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in technology risk management and internal controls implementation.
• Ability to convey complex risk topics to varied audiences including executive leadership and technical teams.
• Successful track record in working in a global environment and creating constructive relationships.
• Exceptional analytical skills and problem-solving abilities, with experience in prioritizing and executing tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Must be within reasonable distance of the New York City Office, required to be in office at least 3 days per week.

Nice-to-haves

• 15+ years previous experience in a large global organization leading the technology risk function.
• Master of Business Administration.

Benefits

• Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Generous time off to keep energized.
• Access to resources for career growth and learning new skills.
• Competitive pay and retirement planning with company-matched student loan contributions.
• Family-friendly perks including benefits for partners and children.
• Retail discounts and referral incentive awards.