Senior Manager, Technology Risk Management, Digital Asset Oversight

About the role

The Technology Risk Management (TRM) team at Schwab provides independent risk oversight and effective challenge of first-line activities supporting Schwab's digital asset strategy, products, and supporting technology ecosystem. The Digital Asset Oversight team works closely with digital asset business leaders, technology engineering teams, cybersecurity architects, and risk partners to evaluate technology and information security risks associated with digital asset products and services.

Responsibilities

• Partner with digital asset business leaders, technology engineering teams, cybersecurity architects, and risk partners to evaluate technology and information security risks associated with digital asset products and services.
• Assess emerging risks, evaluate control effectiveness, and influence decisions that strengthen Schwab's risk posture.
• Drive risk and control assessments, thematic reviews, threat-informed evaluations, issue management activities, and reporting processes that provide leadership with meaningful insight into digital asset-related risk.
• Influence how Schwab manages risk, adapts to regulatory developments, and evolves its digital asset offerings over time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Technology Risk Management, Information Security, or related risk disciplines
• Experience supporting or assessing digital asset, blockchain, cryptocurrency, tokenization, or digital custody environments
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and risk management frameworks, including NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST 800-53, FFIEC, or similar standards
• Strong Analytical Thinking skills with the ability to evaluate complex issues, identify emerging risks, and recommend practical solutions
• Strong Communication skills with the ability to present risk insights and influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt effectively within a fast-changing regulatory and technology environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, CISA, or similar credentials
• Experience with Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrency platforms, digital asset custody solutions, or hardware security modules (HSMs)
• Knowledge of tokenization risks, decentralized finance (DeFi) vulnerabilities, smart contract risks, or digital asset security practices
• Experience with Regulatory Compliance frameworks applicable to digital assets, including SEC, OCC, NYDFS, or similar regulatory requirements
• Experience supporting Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms and technology risk reporting programs
• Experience developing risk metrics, oversight reporting, and executive-level risk communications
• Advanced understanding of emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerability assessment methodologies, and technology risk trends within digital asset ecosystems

Benefits

At Schwab, you're eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance