Senior Manager, IT Risk

Scotiabank & Trust - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The position is focused on contributing to the success of the Technology Risk Office at Scotiabank by executing individual goals and initiatives that align with the team's business strategies. The role emphasizes compliance with regulations and internal policies while managing IT and Cyber risk assessments, collaborating with auditors, and implementing risk controls across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships.
• Conduct detailed Cyber and IT Risk assessments and ensure compliance with defined policies.
• Work closely with internal and external IT auditors on audits and regulatory exams.
• Act as the enterprise Regulatory Compliance Management coordinator for IT Risk Owners.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Risk control testing and monitoring to ensure compliance.
• Identify pervasive IT risk issues and implement preventative controls.
• Partner with other risk groups to assess and communicate new risk controls and policies.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert to IT stakeholders regarding best practices and governance requirements.
• Support the development of tools and technology for IT risk management.
• Perform Risk Control Self-Assessments for Cyber and IT environments.

Requirements

• Over 8 years of experience in Cyber and IT Risk management (governance, operations, audit, compliance).
• Experience with regulatory agencies such as the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and SEC.
• Expertise in IT Risk management including systems design, security, and disaster recovery.
• Strong negotiation and influencing capabilities with analytical competencies.
• Good knowledge of global banking businesses and related systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.

Benefits

• Flexible benefit programs to support family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.