Lead technology Risk Management

KS CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading asset management firm as a Technology Risk Lead, responsible for overseeing the second line of defense for technology risk across twelve international business units. You will develop and execute a comprehensive risk management framework, ensuring effective identification and mitigation of technology-related risks. Ideal candidates will possess significant leadership experience, a relevant degree, and certifications, alongside a proven track record in managing diverse risk domains.

Benefits

High-impact leadership role

Access to best-in-class learning resources

Collaboration across diverse markets

Culture of innovation and continuous learning

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience across regional or global environments.
• Proven success managing risk across multiple domains.
• Recognized certifications: CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a centralized second-line Technology Risk function.
• Ensure consistent implementation of risk frameworks and controls.
• Chair the enterprise-wide IT Risk Forum.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Data Privacy

Regulatory Compliance

IT Operations

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

COBIT

SailPoint

CyberArk

Job description

Are you a seasoned technology risk professional ready to lead across multiple jurisdictions and domains? Join a dynamic, future-focused asset management firm with strong regional roots and a global presence.

We are seeking a forward-thinking Technology Risk Lead for our client in financial services to head the second line of defense for technology risk across 12 international business units.

About the Role

In this senior role, you will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Technology Risk Management framework, overseeing 9 critical domains:

• Cybersecurity & Information Security
• Data Privacy
• IT Regulatory Compliance
• Software/Platform Development
• Infrastructure & Operations
• Transformation & Projects
• Third Party Risk
• Data Governance
• AI Ethics

You will provide strategic oversight and advisory, ensuring technology and data-related risks are effectively identified, assessed, monitored, and mitigated in line with regulatory and organizational expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and lead a centralized second-line Technology Risk function across all regional operations
• Ensure consistent implementation of risk frameworks, controls, and reporting structures
• Partner closely with group-level and local risk functions to harmonize standards and practices
• Chair the enterprise-wide IT Risk Forum to drive engagement and best practices
• Maintain a group-wide technology risk register and escalate material risks appropriately
• Act as a trusted advisor on complex risk topics across business units and technology functions
• Strengthen risk awareness and culture at all levels of the organization

Ideal Profile

You are an experienced technology risk leader who brings:

• A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong leadership experience across regional or global environments
• Proven success managing risk across multiple domains—particularly cybersecurity, data privacy, regulatory compliance, and IT operations
• Working knowledge of risk frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT) and tools (e.g., SailPoint, CyberArk)
• Recognized certifications such as CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM, PMP, or ITIL
• A background in financial services, consulting, or digital/technology-driven environments

Bonus points for exposure to cloud, AI, DevOps, APIs, agile delivery, or mobile platforms.

Why Join?

• Step into a high-impact leadership role at a globally respected asset manager
• Collaborate across diverse markets and shape the future of operational resilience
• Thrive in a culture that values innovation, ownership, and continuous learning
• Access best-in-class learning resources, global collaboration, and internal mobility

Ready to lead in a fast-evolving technology risk landscape?
Submit your application now to [e-mail]/ [e-mail] and help shape the future of operational and technology resilience.