VP Cyber & IT Risk Standards Leader

Koitecc Solutions; Alpharetta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Risk professional at VP level to join the Cyber, Technology and Information Security Standards team in Alpharetta or Baltimore. The role focuses on independent 2LoD review of 1LoD standards and active governance participation, within a global, risk-aware culture.

The candidate should have 8+ years in risk/compliance, familiarity with CTIS practices (CRI, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls), and strong communication skills to influence across technical and non-technical

Qualifications

• Degree required with a focus in Risk Management, Compliance, Computer Science, Information Technology or Cybersecurity preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in risk management or compliance within financial services or heavily regulated industries.
• Familiarity with CTIS risk management best practices (CRI, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Strong understanding of financial industry CTIS risks, policies and controls, and the ability to critique relevant language with accuracy and confidence.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and drive complex tasks with high accountability.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, global team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; able to tailor to technical vs non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent 2LoD review and challenge of 1LoD technology policy and control standards, ensuring control objectives are complete and risk-aligned.
• Work with 1LoD standard owners to ensure standards address applicable rules and key cyber/technology risks.
• Participate in senior governance forums to provide input and contribute to firm-wide decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to align risk management with broader frameworks and build strong relationships.

Skills

CTIS risk management

Cybersecurity risk

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Risk Management/Compliance/CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

CRI

NIST CSF

ISO 27001

CIS Controls

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Risk professional at VP level to join the Cyber, Technology and Information Security Standards team in Alpharetta or Baltimore. The role focuses on independent 2LoD review of 1LoD standards and active governance participation, within a global, risk-aware culture.

The candidate should have 8+ years in risk/compliance, familiarity with CTIS practices (CRI, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls), and strong communication skills to influence across technical and non-technical