Executive Director, Cyber & Data Control Testing Leader

SMBC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SMBC in Charlotte, NC seeks an Executive Director, Head of Tech Cyber Data First Line Testing to lead IT, data and cyber control testing and monitoring across the Americas Division Control Office. You will drive risk-based testing programs, coordinate with senior management, and strengthen the first-line control environment within financial services.

The role requires extensive experience in controls testing, data and cyber risk, and the ability to orchestrate cross-functional teams across

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Audit/Operational Risk/First Line Control Testing in financial services.
• Specialized experience in Cybersecurity, Data Management and Technology Risk and Controls Assurance.
• Detail oriented with ability to question status quo and apply risk principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of risk-based control testing across cybersecurity, data and technology domains.
• Develop control monitoring/testing routines with documentation and analyses.
• Assess control effectiveness and recommend enhancements to control environment.
• Prepare detailed workpapers and monitoring reports within deadlines.
• Communicate requirements and results with stakeholders; drive remediation.
• Oversee deep dives to identify control weaknesses and process inefficiencies.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of applicable frameworks and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Audit/Operational Risk

Control Testing

Cybersecurity Risk

Data Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Documentation & Reporting

Communication Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Process Mapping

Time Management

Senior Stakeholder Interaction

Audit Methodologies

GRC Frameworks

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

SMBC in Charlotte, NC seeks an Executive Director, Head of Tech Cyber Data First Line Testing to lead IT, data and cyber control testing and monitoring across the Americas Division Control Office. You will drive risk-based testing programs, coordinate with senior management, and strengthen the first-line control environment within financial services.

The role requires extensive experience in controls testing, data and cyber risk, and the ability to orchestrate cross-functional teams across