W2 12+ GRC/Risk & Compliance Project Manager

GRC/Risk & Compliance Project Manager

Location: New York

Experience: 12+

Day 1 onsite

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of GRC frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats to information security, and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate risk management practices into business processes and decision-making.
• Monitor and report on compliance status, risk exposure, and the effectiveness of risk management strategies to senior management.
• Facilitate training and awareness programs to promote a culture of compliance and risk management across the organization.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in GRC and information security.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and address any findings or recommendations.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to risk management processes, compliance activities, and audit trails.

Job Role Overview

• Title options: Risk Program Manager, Business Risk & Controls Manager, Operational Risk Program Officer
• Department: Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, or First/Second Line of Defense Business Unit Control
• Core Goal: Align business execution with bank risk appetite and regulatory standards

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Program Management of significant Change Initiatives i.e. SS&A, Compass, BVA, etc.
• Roadmap Management, Dependency Management, Cross Product Management, Status Reporting and Release Coordination
• Program execution: Drive cross-functional risk and control projects from design to implementation.
• Control testing: Validate that operational and financial controls are designed well and work effectively.
• Issue remediation: Track self-identified audit issues, corrective actions, and overdue milestones.
• Risk reporting: Build dashboards, key risk indicators (KRIs), and executive committee presentations.
• Stakeholder management: Partner with business line leaders, legal, audit, and external examiners

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Risk Management principles, particularly in Information Security.
• Proficiency in GRC tools and frameworks, including ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Experience in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Certifications in Risk Management or Information Security (e.g., CRISC, CISM, CISSP).
• Knowledge of security technologies and practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in GRC, Risk Management, and Information Security.
• Proven track record of managing compliance projects and initiatives.