Senior Cyber Risk Manager

Avant Digital

  • San Francisco, California
  • 1 day ago
  • Remote

    Highlights

    The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, compliance, and business units, to develop and implement robust risk management strategies and frameworks. Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of driving results, managing projects, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Francisco, California (
    Remote
    )
    Websiteavantdigitalnow.com

    Description

     Job Description:


    Contract Duration - 12 months

    Contract type - Contract/ C2C

    Location - Remote (EST or PST time zone)

    Job Description:-

    As the Senior Cyber Risk Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of technology-related risks within the organization. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our technology infrastructure remains secure, compliant, and resilient to emerging threats and vulnerabilities. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, compliance, and business units, to develop and implement robust risk management strategies and frameworks. Juniper Business Use Only

    Responsibilities

    • Conduct comprehensive assessments of technology risks associated with the organization's systems, applications, networks, and infrastructure.
    • Analyze internal and external risk factors, including emerging threats, regulatory requirements, industry trends, and best practices.
    • Develop risk models, metrics, and frameworks to quantify and prioritize technology risks effectively.
    • Develop and implement technology risk policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
    • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines governing technology risk management and information security.
    • Monitor regulatory developments and emerging trends to update policies and procedures accordingly.
    • Collaborate with IT and security teams to identify and implement adequate controls and safeguards to mitigate technology risks.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and recommend enhancements or modifications as needed.
    • Facilitate risk mitigation efforts by implementing technical solutions, process improvements, and employee training programs.
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management and business stakeholders on technology risk matters, providing timely updates and recommendations.
    • Communicate risk assessment findings, trends, and recommendations through comprehensive reports, presentations, and dashboards.
    • Foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability across the organization through training, awareness campaigns, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Risk Management, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CRISC) Mandatory.
    • Minimum of 10 years of experience in technology risk management, cybersecurity, or information security roles.
    • Proven expertise in conducting technology risk assessments, developing risk management frameworks, and implementing controls and mitigation strategies.
    • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to technology risk management and information security (e.g., FAIR, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 31000, OCTAVE & TARA).
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to evaluate complex issues and develop practical solutions.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
    • Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of driving results, managing projects, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

    Basic Requirements

    • Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills at all levels of the organization
    • Leadership teamwork and collaboration
    • Discretion
    • Problem solving
    • Critical Thinking
    • Self-initiated/sufficient
    • Motivated


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