Manager, IT Risk Governance & Assessment

TCC Toyota Motor Credit Corporation Company; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k)

Paid holidays & PTO

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Toyota Financial Services is seeking a Manager, IT Risk Governance & Assessment to lead the IT risk management framework and policy documentation across the enterprise. You will partner with senior leaders to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technology risks while driving governance and regulatory alignment.

In this role, you will shape controls, standards, and incident learnings, mentor staff, and communicate recommendations to executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or related field
• 7+ years of IT risk management, cybersecurity, compliance, or related discipline in a large, regulated financial services environment
• Experience developing and managing IT risk governance frameworks, policies, standards, and controls such as NIST, ISO 27001, or COBIT
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on risk identification, assessment methodologies, and root-cause analysis
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical policies and controls
• Excellent communication skills with senior executives and diverse stakeholders
• Experience mentoring and developing talent and leading teams in a dynamic environment
• Certifications or knowledge that strengthen governance and control design (bonus)

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance IT risk policies, standards, and control frameworks
• Own and maintain enterprise IT Control Library and align controls to regulatory expectations
• Lead enterprise-wide IT risk identification and assessment for emerging risks
• Use incident insights to strengthen controls and improve risk posture
• Lead and develop direct reports and matrix resources
• Build partnerships with CRO/CIO/CISO/CPO/CTO and communicate credible recommendations
• Collaborate with control execution, governance, audit, and compliance teams
• Promote a risk-aware culture through guidance and training
• Monitor regulatory changes and emerging threats to keep the framework current
• Lead with strategic mindset while supporting operational excellence

Skills

IT risk management

Cybersecurity

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Policy development

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT / Cybersecurity / Risk Management

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

COBIT

Job description

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

At Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota Financial Services Data Governance Office is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Manager, IT Risk Governance & Assessment. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the foundational activities that establish and strengthen Toyota Financial Services’ IT risk management framework, ensuring the organization can proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risk across the enterprise. In this role, you will shape the policies, standards, and control documentation that define how IT risk is managed, while continuously improving the framework through incident learnings and emerging threat insights. Reporting to the Data Governance Office leadership, the person in this role will support the Data Governance Office’s objective to build a resilient, risk-aware IT environment that enables strong governance, regulatory alignment, and sound executive decision‑making.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop, maintain, and enhance IT risk management policies, standards, and control frameworks that guide Toyota Financial Services’ approach to managing technology risk
• Own and maintain the enterprise IT Control Library, ensuring controls are aligned to regulatory expectations and industry frameworks
• Lead enterprise-wide IT risk identification and assessment efforts to uncover emerging risks, vulnerabilities, and control gaps before they become issues
• Use incident investigation insights to strengthen controls and continuously improve the organization’s risk posture
• Manage and develop direct reports and matrix resources by delegating effectively, coaching for growth, and removing barriers to success
• Build trusted partnerships with senior executives, including the CRO, CIO, CISO, CPO, and CTO, by communicating clearly and delivering credible, business-focused recommendations
• Collaborate closely with control execution teams to ensure policies and standards are implemented consistently and effectively
• Partner with governance, audit, and compliance teams to keep risk frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Promote a strong risk-aware culture through guidance, training, and communication on core IT risk principles
• Monitor regulatory changes and emerging threats to keep the risk framework current, relevant, and effective
• Lead with a strategic mindset while supporting operational excellence in a highly regulated environment
• Foster teamwork, resilience, and professional development across your organization

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or a related field that provides a strong foundation for this work
• 7 or more years of experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity, compliance, or a related discipline within a large, regulated financial services environment
• Proven experience developing and managing IT risk governance frameworks, policies, standards, and controls such as NIST, ISO 27001, or COBIT
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in risk identification, assessment methodologies, and root cause analysis
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical policies and controls that teams can execute
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to senior executives and diverse stakeholders
• Experience managing both direct reports and matrixed teams in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
• A track record of mentoring and developing talent, including helping junior team members grow into more strategic roles
• Added bonus if you have
  • An advanced degree that deepens your expertise in IT risk, cybersecurity, or governance
  • Additional experience in enterprise risk management within a large financial services organization
  • Familiarity with Agile execution environments and Scrum leadership
  • Experience working within or alongside first line of defense risk functions
  • Certifications or specialized knowledge that strengthen your ability to lead governance and control design

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities.

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Belonging at Toyota

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Career Possibilities

At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. If you want to be part of the next‑generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.