Technology and Security Risk Director

Okg-7; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

L&D programs

Team building programs

Wellness and meal allowances

Comprehensive healthcare

Job summary

OKX is seeking a Technology and Security Risk Manager within the Second Line of Defence (2LOD) in Singapore. You will shape the 2LOD Technology Risk and Data Risk programs, guiding 1LOD and challenging risks with engineering and security teams.

You will lead RCSA processes, develop KRIs, and help implement GRC systems, while staying current with digital asset regulations and industry trends.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in information security with fintech/crypto or cloud experience.
• Experience designing or reviewing cloud, IAM, cryptographic, network or application security controls.
• Ability to threat-model systems and evaluate technical evidence.
• Clear written and verbal communication translating findings into actions for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, elevate, assess, and mitigate technology and security risks.
• Lead the 2LOD RCSA process and oversee risk reporting and controls.
• Define and monitor Security KRIs and support incident oversight.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

Threat modeling

Risk oversight

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

GRC platforms

ISO 27001

Job description

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Technology and Security Risk Manager within the Second Line of Defence (2LOD).You will be responsible for continuously refining and scaling the Technology and Security oversight program, guiding first-line of defence (1LOD) execution, and providing independent risk challenge.

You will be a key member of OKX's Risk team, helping to shape and scale the firm’s 2LOD Security & Data Risk programs. You’ll work closely with stakeholders including Engineering, Product, Risk, Compliance and Internal Audit.

You will play a key role in developing and implementing a comprehensive Technology and Security Risk Management program. This includes 2LOD oversight of technology defects, issues, and incidents, Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), key risk indicators (KRIs) and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of Technology Risk (including Technology Resilience, Change Management, SDLC, CI/CD pipeline, and software quality assurance) and Cybersecurity (covering internal and external threat vectors, control weaknesses, and organisational cyber hygiene). We are looking for a candidate with a strong drive for improvement and career growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the company to proactively identify, elevate, assess, and mitigate Technology and Security risks, ensuring adherence to the Technology Risk Policy.

Providing oversight of Technology and Security Risk incidents and issues, and partnering with 1LOD stakeholders to enhance related processes and ensure effective oversight

Lead the Technology Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process from a 2LOD perspective, ensuring adherence to the ERM RCSA methodology, and providing effective challenge and oversight of 1LOD Security risks and controls.

Support the Security Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) definition, monitoring, and reporting.

Supporting the implementation and ongoing enhancement of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems to enable effective risk oversight

Advocate and support the implementation of Risk Management frameworks for technology stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor for the first line.

Stay up to date on emerging trends and regulations in the digital asset space, proactively identifying and addressing new risk considerations.

What We Look For In You

8+ years in information security, with a strong security architecture or technical security background; fintech, crypto or cloud-native experience preferred.

Practical experience designing, implementing or reviewing cloud, IAM, cryptographic, network or application security controls.

Experience in risk oversight, or readiness to transition, with the technical judgement to challenge controls and recommend proportionate improvements.

Ability to threat-model systems and assess technical evidence, including architecture diagrams, IAM policies, logging configurations and dependencies.

Working knowledge of cloud resilience, multi-region/AZ failover, RTO/RPO and disaster recovery testing.

Familiarity with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2 and relevant privacy requirements, including GDPR and PDPA, and their application to technical controls.

Ability to independently assess and test controls, evaluate incidents and drive remediation with engineering and security teams; GRC platform experience desirable.

Clear written and verbal communication, translating technical findings into prioritised actions for business stakeholders and governance committees.

Strong stakeholder management skills, providing constructive challenge and collaborating across functions and geographies.

A proactive, adaptable approach, with confidence taking ownership and improving practices in a fast-paced environment.

L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development

Various team building programs and company events

Wellness and meal allowances

Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants

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