Technology Risk Lead | Cyber Risk & Control Oversight

Jobtailor; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Minneapolis seeks a senior risk leader to oversee technology and cyber risk domains, challenge first‑line practices, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards across the organization.

You will drive risk assessments, governance materials, reporting dashboards, and remediation tracking, while mentoring teammates and partnering with stakeholders on major initiatives.

This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to influence across multiple levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 7–10+ years of experience in technology risk, cyber risk, operational risk, audit, information security, or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of IT operational processes, technology controls, cybersecurity practices, and risk management frameworks.
• Working knowledge of NIST, COBIT, ISO27000, FFIEC, and related regulatory standards.
• Ability to independently assess risk exposures and provide effective challenge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience utilizing GRC/eGRC platforms and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States.
• CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or other relevant risk or security certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk oversight activities for assigned technology and cyber domains.
• Provide credible challenge to first line risk management practices and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
• Identify emerging risk themes and escalation concerns appropriately.
• Support governance forums and risk committees through preparation of materials, risk reporting, and follow-up actions.
• Lead execution and review of Risk and Control Self-Assessments within assigned areas.
• Challenge risk and control assessments for completeness and consistency.
• Support implementation and ongoing enhancement of ORM methodologies and standards.
• Review and challenge management responses to technology and cyber risk events.
• Ensure issues are documented, escalated, and remediated.
• Analyze trends and recommend proactive actions to reduce future risk exposure.
• Assess technology and business changes for potential risk impact.
• Partner with stakeholders to evaluate controls associated with significant initiatives and transformations.
• Support governance processes related to strategic technology change.
• Develop risk reporting, dashboards, and management information.
• Analyze risk trends and provide insights for decision-making.
• Recommend improvements to risk management practices, reporting, and monitoring capabilities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on risk methodologies and best practices.
• Contribute to team initiatives, process improvements, and strategic objectives

Skills

Technology Risk Management

Cyber Risk Assessment

Operational Risk Frameworks

GRC/eGRC Platforms

Risk Management Certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

GRC Platforms

Reporting Tools

Job description

Jobtailor in Minneapolis seeks a senior risk leader to oversee technology and cyber risk domains, challenge first‑line practices, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards across the organization.

You will drive risk assessments, governance materials, reporting dashboards, and remediation tracking, while mentoring teammates and partnering with stakeholders on major initiatives.

This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to influence across multiple levels.