Our client is a leading multinational bank with offices based in Dublin City Centre. They are seeking a highly experienced VP (Senior Manager) of Technology & Data Risk Managemen to strengthen their 2nd line oversight of technology and data-related risks. The successful candidate will provide independent oversight and challenge to the 1st line of defense, ensuring that the risk profiles of the organisation are properly understood and operating in line with operational risk appetite. The role also provides strategic insight, influences senior stakeholders, and ensures alignment with regulatory frameworks and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Operational Risk in all technology and cyber risk management oversight activities.
• Oversee consistent and effective implementation of the Technology and Cybersecurity risk management framework and initiatives across the organisation.
• Manage the establishment and monitoring of organisational risk profiles and risk appetite statements.
• Promote a culture of risk management and control, supported by training, tools, and advice to the first line in carrying out its accountabilities.
• Review and challenge Technology Risk Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), control testing, Technology Asset Risk Assessments, and results, ensuring risks and key controls are properly identified and assessed.
• Review, challenge, and report on Technology and Cyber-related internal loss events, including root cause analysis, post-incident reviews, and timely remediation of gaps.
• Support issues management oversight and analysis, and validate remediation where required.
• Review change governance initiatives or projects impacting the organization, providing second line challenge of associated risks.
• Represent TDRM in participating in local and regional meetings/working groups, including strategic governance forums.
• Stay updated on Technology and Cyber Risk developments, regulations, and industry best practices, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop junior risk team members, fostering a high-performing 2nd line team.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technology, cyber, and/or data risk management within banking or financial services.
• Proven experience in 2nd line risk oversight or assurance functions.
• Strong understanding of regulatory expectations related to IT, cybersecurity, and data risk.
• Experience with risk frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, or equivalent.

Package:

• Base salary of €100-110k
• Bonus
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Other benefits including death in service