Operational Digital Risk & Controls Lead

Saxo Group; Denmark; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Saxo Bank is seeking a Digital Risk and Control Specialist in Copenhagen to lead risk management across cyber, privacy, data protection and technology risks. You will assess threats, maintain control effectiveness and drive resilience while aligning with risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in financial risk, familiarity with NIST CSF 2.0 and NIST RMF, and certifications like CRISC/CISSP/CISM. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of risk management experience in a financial institution.
• Extensive cybersecurity, privacy, data protection and technology risk experience.
• Familiar with NIST CSF 2.0 and NIST RMF frameworks.
• Aware of regulatory requirements like DORA; holds relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital risk management strategies aligned with goals.
• Identify and assess digital risks in security, privacy, AI and tech.
• Maintain oversight of control effectiveness across cyber and data privacy risks.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations; monitor threats per risk appetite.
• Apply frameworks like NIST CSF 2.0 to minimize identified risks and improve resilience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

CRISC/CISSP/CISM certifications

NIST CSF 2.0 familiarity

NIST RMF familiarity

DORA regulatory familiarity

Job description

Saxo Bank is seeking a Digital Risk and Control Specialist in Copenhagen to lead risk management across cyber, privacy, data protection and technology risks. You will assess threats, maintain control effectiveness and drive resilience while aligning with risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in financial risk, familiarity with NIST CSF 2.0 and NIST RMF, and certifications like CRISC/CISSP/CISM. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.