Our client is seeking a Technology Risk Associate to support risk management advisory functions, including technology governance, process development, and reporting for Technology Risk Programs such as Data Protection and Privacy, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning. This role will be responsible for breaking down features to elicit, analyze, document, and validate requirements and user stories, developing and implementing technology policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and assisting in the development and implementation of first-line data risk programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate and present requirements and issues clearly and concisely
• Strong technical writing skills
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong business and technology aptitude with willingness to learn and understand business and software solutions
• Ability to translate risk definitions and processes into relatable concepts for business partners and stakeholders
• Highly motivated with strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively across business and IT areas
• Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, prioritize, and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• High level of professionalism, confidence, and ability to build credibility with team members and business partners

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a financial or regulated environment
• Internship or project experience in a risk-related area
• Experience creating process maps
• Experience with Visio or other process mapping tools

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Break down features to elicit, analyze, document, and validate requirements and user stories for technology risk initiatives
• Develop and implement technology policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Assist in the development and implementation of first-line data risk programs and provide guidance to all business segments for consistent and effective implementation
• Conduct regular and targeted risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate technology risk management into business processes and systems
• Create dashboards, committee, and segment risk reports for Technology Risk Programs
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners and regulators to stay informed of industry standards and best practices
• Evaluate and create data metrics, providing regular reports to senior management on program effectiveness
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and trends in technology risk and make recommendations for their implementation
• Collaborate with regulators, Second Line, and Third Line to address issues and develop action plans with target dates