VP/SVP -Tech & Cyber Risk Management (listed financial institution)

Lico Resources; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lico Resources, a specialist in Cybersecurity & Tech GRC recruitment, is partnering with a prominent financial services group in Singapore to appoint a Senior Technology & Cyber Risk specialist. You will shape the technology risk management agenda across a complex environment.

The role requires leading governance, overseeing risk assessments, and mentoring a high-performing team while engaging senior stakeholders to strengthen cyber resilience and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, CS, Risk Management, or related field.
• Proven track record in technology risk management within financial services.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT and ITIL frameworks.
• Strong advisory skills to influence senior executives and boards.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead the enterprise-wide technology and cyber risk management framework.
• Governance and assurance over technology risk, change management, and major projects.
• Collaborate with first-line technology teams to challenge risk assessments and controls.
• Provide reporting to executives, risk committees, auditors, and regulators.
• Lead and develop the technology and cyber risk team.
• Monitor evolving risks and advise on safeguards.
• Establish risk appetite statements and KRIs.

Skills

Technology risk management

Cybersecurity

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Risk Management, or related discipline

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

COBIT

ITIL

Job description

Lico Resources, a specialist in Cybersecurity & Tech GRC recruitment, is partnering with a prominent financial services group recognized for its commitment to market integrity and technological innovation. The organisation is dedicated to robust risk management frameworks that protect its systems and services in an evolving threat landscape.

They are now seeking an experienced Senior Technology & Cyber Risk specialist to join their team in Singapore. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and strengthen the technology risk management landscape across a complex and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about building trust, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving strategic cyber resilience, this role will provide a rewarding platform for growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and lead the enterprise-wide technology and cyber risk management framework, ensuring comprehensive identification, assessment, and mitigation of emerging threats
• Oversee governance and assurance processes related to technology risk, including change management, new technology deployments, and major transformation projects
• Collaborate closely with first-line technology teams to challenge and support risk assessments, maintaining robust controls and driving continuous improvement
• Maintain awareness of technological advancements and evolving risks, advising the organisation on appropriate responses and safeguards
• Establish effective subsidiary technology risk oversight as part of an integrated group-wide framework
• Develop and maintain technology and cyber risk appetite statements, key risk indicators, and thresholds to support proactive risk monitoring
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices across jurisdictions, including technology and cyber risk frameworks
• Partner with technology control functions to design, enforce, and update guidelines, policies, and standard operating procedures
• Provide timely and transparent reporting to executive management, risk committees, auditors, and regulators on key risk themes, incidents, and remediation progress
• Drive continuous improvement through stress-testing scenarios, alert monitoring, and incident follow-ups to ensure timely resolution of issues
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology and cyber risk team, embedding a strong risk culture across the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Risk Management, or a related discipline
• Proven track record in technology risk management, cybersecurity, IT audit, or related fields within financial services
• In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, technology operations, and related regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with guidelines such as the Technology Risk Management Guidelines, CCoP2, Business Continuity Management, and Outsourcing frameworks
• Experience with risk management frameworks and standards including NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT, and ITIL
• Strong relationship management, stakeholder engagement, and advisory skills to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior executives and board members
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in building and managing high-performing teams
• Resilience and composure in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

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