Tech Risk and Controls Director

Join a role that's central to our technological resilience, offering a unique opportunity to shape the firm's tech risk strategy and enhance industry compliance.

As a Tech Risk & Controls Director at JPMorgan Chase within the AI/ML & Data Platforms (AMDP), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the firm's technology risk management strategy. Leveraging your advanced knowledge and expertise in technology-risk disciplines, you will oversee mitigation of compliance and operational risks in line with the firm's standards. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including Product Owners, Engineering and BISO to execute on the firm’s risk and controls agenda. Your ability to make calculated decisions, manage teams, and drive strategic projects will be crucial in ensuring the firm's adherence to regulatory obligations and industry best practices. Your work will contribute to the long-term success and resilience of the organization in an ever-evolving technology landscape.

Job responsibilities

• Drive strategic projects and initiatives to enhance AMDP's technology risk management capabilities, in line with industry best practices and the firm's standards and regulatory requirements
• Oversee risk & controls-related program execution, managing timelines while mitigating risks and addressing roadblocks

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including key cross-functional team leads and controls partners, to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry standards
• Provide thought leadership and oversee the implementation and management of technology Standards and Control Objectives, ensuring robust risk controls across the organization
• Serve as a trusted advisor on technology risk, providing guidance and expertise to cross-functional teams and senior leadership
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying process optimization opportunities, incorporating best practices, and staying abreast of emerging technologies

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification in security concepts, with 7+ years of hands-on experience in technology risk management, information security, and project execution
• Strong background in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation within large, complex organizations
• In-depth knowledge of risk management frameworks, industry standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to the financial services sector
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage cross-functional projects, and influence executive-level decision-making
• Skilled at translating complex technology and cyber controls concepts into actionable business strategies for senior stakeholders
• Advanced experience in data security, risk assessment and reporting, project execution and governance, with a proven track record of implementing effective risk mitigation strategies
• Solid experience in managing project schedules, tracking project and milestone completion, and reporting progress effectively to stakeholders

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Able to influence across virtual teams and disparate stakeholder groups
• Assertive (yet diplomatic) personality with the ability to lead, influence and motivate others