Senior Manager, IT Risk
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
Scotiabank
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-14
Job specializations:
-
IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, IT Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Is this role right for you?
In this role you will:
7 to 10+ years of risk management and/or technology experience with at least five years of managing a large cross-functional team and influencing senior level management and key stakeholdersExcellent relationship management, influencing, negotiating, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization and balance the needs of multiple functionsHigh level experience with modern technologies such as public and private cloud (AWS, Azure, etc.), containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes), & microservice architectureUnderstands the foundation of the RCSA process and the identification of risks and controls.Leads and ensures proper development of the New Initiative Risk Assessments with various stakeholdersPrevious experience developing and executing on strategies and delivering superior results in both the short and long termPrevious experience as a Security Architect, Dev Ops Engineer, Cloud Security Engineer, ideally within a regulated financial services environmentHas a strong delivery mindset with a keen understanding of Cloud and Cloud SecurityAnalyze IT processes to design and implement robust risk related controls and processes and ensure that controls are maintained and monitored.Actively monitor and investigate Cloud’s Key IT Risk Indicators (Security, Availability, Third Party Management, Software Currency, etc.), and work across the organization to resolve vulnerabilities.Interface with other areas in Scotiabank, such as:
Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Global Risk Management, Audit, Compliance, Portfolio Management.Ensure that IT Risk assessment analysis and results are maintained in enterprise tools and are in full compliance of defined policies and common standards.Track, monitor and work with issue owners to ensure that open issues related to TRAs, IT RCSAs, Audits, Compliance reviews, any self-identified issues and any other relevant risk reviewsRequires a strong understanding of 1st Line, 2nd Line and 3rd Line Risk Management practicesWork with Scotiabank’s Audit and Compliance teams to resolve any issues identified by those teams.Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.Deliver projects to remediate IT Risk, Internal Audit and Regulatory (including OSFI) associated with security platforms.This position also requires strong people management skills and the ability to motivate and influence junior staff and SMEs in the Bank and other Technology departments.Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:
CCSP, CISSP, CISA or similar certifications (Required)Familiarity with industry frameworks, and Financial Banking Regulations (NIST CSF, FFIEC IT Handbooks, OSFI B-13, CSA CCM etc.)Enthusiasm for cloud transformation and cloud platform enablement especially from an IT Risk Management perspectiveExperience with in an Agile Development environment while balancing Waterfall methods of managing ProjectsStrong breadth and experience on understanding of the 1B role within Risk Management pillars across the bankAt least 5+ years of experience with Microsoft AzureAt least 5+ years of experience with virtualized environments (VMWare, Virtual Servers)At least 7+ years of experience managing bank wide programs across the 3 lines of defenseSelf-Starter with a vision in understanding their role in the Bank and its impactGood oral and written communication skillsAble to work with ambiguity and self-sufficientAttention to detail and high standards for qualityWriting and maintaining related documentation.What's in it…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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