Executive Director, Head of Tech Cyber Data First Line Testing

Role Description The Americas Division Control Office (AD CO) has the responsibility to ensure the implementation of consistent risk and control frameworks and establishment of efficient controls across SMBC Group AD. The Control Design and Monitoring function is a central CO function responsible for overall development and execution of 1st line control testing and monitoring program. The position of the Control Testing ED focuses on leading the execution of the IT, Data and Cyber Controls Testing and Monitoring program. This role requires background experience in controls testing and monitoring; controls validation; and/or IT, cyber and data risk management, assessing and evaluating the control environment within a financial services environment, including adequacy of the GRC control designs, operating effectiveness of processes/activities and remediation of gaps/ findings. The role will oversee the Cybersecurity, Data and Technology control testing as well as establish control monitoring routines. This position will help enhance the controls through leading targeted deep dives, root cause analysis, developing process maps and overall assistance with the design and execution of control effectiveness assessments. The role requires strong expertise in IT risk management, data management and cyber security, and control assurance, with demonstrated ability to operate across first line technology teams, second line risk/compliance, and internal audit. Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of risk-based control testing across cybersecurity, data management and technology domains to ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable rules, laws, and regulationsDevelop Control Monitoring/ Testing routines with detailed documentation, walkthroughs, analysis and evaluation of the current processesAssess the effectiveness of the controls and make recommendations for enhancement and strengthening of the control environment, as well as enhancement of the first-line control testing and monitoring methodology and guidanceOversee and prepare detailed workpapers and monitoring results reports summarizing scope, methodology, and significant conclusions of testing/ monitoring performed within prescribed time framesClearly communicate the Program requirements and the results with stakeholders and drive remediation where neededAssist in the reporting and tracking of identified issues and corrective action plans to validate remediation effortsOversee and perform deep dives of Cybersecurity, Data and Technology controls across all assets to identify areas of control weaknesses and process inefficiencies that may need enhancementPossesses solid background knowledge and understanding of Technology, Data Management and Cyber Security standards, frameworks, policies and compliance regulations Qualifications And Skills 10+ year experience in Audit/ Operational Risk/ First Line Control Testing with strong understanding and knowledge of financial services industry, with specialized experience within Cybersecurity, Data Management and Technology Risk and Controls AssuranceDetail oriented, with proven ability to question the status quo and apply risk management principles to enhance processes, as appropriateAbility to document Control testing findings and perform trend analysis and report production, and adopt emerging control testing/monitoring solutions (e.g., Artificial Intelligence; other automation tools)Expertise in control frameworks, control assessment and control monitoring programsExpertise in process and control design, including process mapping and process reengineeringExceptional communication (both written and verbal) and time management abilityProactive self-starter with ability to prioritize efforts across multiple projects and manage competing deadlinesExperience interacting with senior management within a business environmentStrong critical thinking, analytical and organizational skillsDemonstrated working knowledge of NYDFS 500, including hands-on experience implementing, monitoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirementsStrong understanding of control frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF / NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CRI Profile, CSA CCM, COBIT, FFIEC and/or internal banking control frameworks (FRB, NYDFS)Preferred Certifications: CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CIA, CDPM (any combination)