IT Regulation & Cyber Risk Lead (SOX/MAR)

Northwestern Mutual; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 118,960 - 178,440; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an IT regulatory response lead to own the second-line IT SOX/MAR program. You will collaborate with first-line IT control owners, second-line controllership, and third-line IT auditors while coordinating transformational and operational work across teams.

The role requires 8–12 years in information systems, IT controls, or technology risk and compliance, plus 1–2 years of leadership. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MIS, Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8–12 years in information systems, IT controls, or technology risk and compliance.
• 1–2 years of people leadership experience.
• Experience with IT SOX/MAR programs and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the second-line IT SOX/MAR program, coordinating with multiple teams.
• Represent IT SOX/MAR and cybersecurity requirements in GRC and evidence programs.
• Automate and improve IT SOX/MAR processes and partner with auditors.
• Navigate dependencies between business processes and IT program components.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Risk assessment

Problem solving

Job description

Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an IT regulatory response lead to own the second-line IT SOX/MAR program. You will collaborate with first-line IT control owners, second-line controllership, and third-line IT auditors while coordinating transformational and operational work across teams.

The role requires 8–12 years in information systems, IT controls, or technology risk and compliance, plus 1–2 years of leadership. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.