Senior Information Risk Officer

Columbia Bank; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Columbia Bank seeks a seasoned Information Governance, Risk and Compliance leader to oversee risk management, policy development, and controls across the bank’s technology and data environments.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in information security, IT audit, or IT operations, with familiarity across CIS, NIST, ISO 27002 and FFIEC CAT, PCI DSS, GLBA, and HIPAA. Strong storytelling with data is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of risk management processes including information security management.
• Experience evaluating controls relative to information security frameworks such as ISO 27002, NIST 800 series, or FFIEC IT booklets and CAT.
• Knowledge of systems and network concepts including access, authorization, configuration, and design.
• Experience applying encryption, access controls, network security, and security operations concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead information governance, risk, and compliance efforts across the bank's technology and data environments.
• Perform formal risk assessments and self-assessments for key processes and technologies using industry standards.
• Analyze controls to ensure compliance with documented standards and bank policies.
• Advise technology teams and business units on compliance readiness and gap remediation.
• Maintain gap analysis documents and coordinate with stakeholders to improve banking practices.

Skills

Information security

IT audit

Risk management

Data analytics

Regulatory knowledge

Vendor risk

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

CIS

NIST 800

ISO 27002

FFIEC CAT

PCI DSS

GLBA

HIPAA

Job description

About the Role:Responsible for leading information governance, risk, and compliance efforts, including the establishment and maintenance of key risk management, monitoring, and validation activities and facilitating the development of relevant policies and standards. Our candidate will have an background in cybersecurity risk assessment with a detailed understanding of control requirement adherence, data analytics, and the ability to accurately \"tell a story\" using data.Maintain governance documentation detailing how information should be secured including the maintenance and development of internal process/procedure documentation.Perform formal risk assessments and self-assessments for key processes and technologies, leveraging industry standards like CIS, ITIL, and COBIT to build a unique program for Columbia Bank.Analyze internal technology and security controls to ensure compliance with documented and approved standards. Ensure that information systems and vendors within the Bank’s operating environment comply with company policies, standards, and procedures.Drive and provide advisory and subject-matter expertise to technology teams and business units for compliance readiness.Responsible for tracking and monitoring gaps in key Bank risk programs. Maintain gap analysis documents; gather necessary information from technology and lines of business to identify areas to improve banking practices.Identify new assets or vendors and oversee the risk evaluation process to determine the risk ranking.Facilitate and liaise with technology leaders, key corporate risk and operational groups (including TPO, TAG, Internal Audit, Corporate Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, Legal) to ensure alignment with these groups and meet obligations.Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation P, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.Embraces our vision and strategic directionMay perform other duties as assigned.About You:H.S. Diploma/GED (preferred)Bachelor's Degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)7-10 years — of experience in or a combination of information security, IT audit, or information technology operations. (Required)Knowledge of risk management processes including information security management. Experience evaluating controls relative to information security frameworks such as ISO 27002, NIST 800 series, or financial services regulatory frameworks such as the FFIEC IT booklets and Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT).Knowledge of systems and network concepts including: access, authorization, configuration, and design.Demonstrated understanding of information security concepts including: encryption, access controls, network security, security operations, security architect, threat modeling and design.Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements including PCI DSS, GLBA and HIPAA.Ability to operate in a cross-functional environment, build, and foster relationships with other departments and stakeholders.Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities and operate effectively in a dynamic demand-based environment, requiring extreme flexibility and responsiveness.Licenses/CertificationsCISA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM, or SANS GIAC (GSNA, etc.)Travel RequirementsOccasionalThe pay range for this role is $92,196,000.00 - $115,000.00.The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).111 N Wall St Building Spokane WA 99201Our Benefits:We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.Our Commitment to Diversity:Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: [e-mail] .To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.