VP, Technology Risk Assurance

Raymond James, Inc.; Florida; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond James, Inc. in Saint Petersburg, FL, seeks a VP of Technology Risk Assurance to provide enterprise-wide accountability for technology risk and the BISO function.

The role leads the first-line governance framework, drives assurance activities, and partners with Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, and business leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive senior leadership experience in technology risk, strong communication skills, and a proven

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in technology risk, cybersecurity, or audit within a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of risk governance, control testing, and remediation programs.
• Experience coordinating regulatory examinations and enterprise-wide risk programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Technology Risk Assurance and BISO organizations, setting strategy and priorities.
• Oversee risk identification, assessment, monitoring, reporting, and escalation of technology risk.
• Direct assurance activities: testing, technical reviews, and penetration governance.
• Partner with business and technology leaders to drive risk management and control execution.
• Serve as executive liaison for regulatory examinations, audits, and external assessments.

Skills

Executive leadership

Technology risk

Cybersecurity

Regulatory examinations

Stakeholder management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

## VP, Technology Risk AssuranceApply: Saint Petersburg, Florida - United States: Full time: Posted Today: R-0013468**Job Description Summary**The Vice President, Technology Risk Assurance is a senior leadership role responsible for providing enterprise-wide accountability for Technology Risk Assurance and the Business Information Security Officer (BISO) organization at Raymond James. This executive leads the firm's first-line technology risk governance framework, drives independent assurance activities across the technology control environment, and serves as a key partner to Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, and business leadership. The role is responsible for ensuring transparent, effective, and proactive management of technology and cybersecurity risk, while maintaining strong engagement with regulators, auditors, and governance committees. As the senior leader overseeing technology assurance and risk transparency, this position provides strategic direction, leads multiple senior leaders, and serves as the single point of accountability for coordinating technology risk priorities across the enterprise.**Job Description*****This role is a hybrid workstyle: with the associate expected to work from a Raymond James office location at least three days per week, including either Monday or Friday.******Raymond James’ work environment is designed to reinforce our values-based culture while supporting the competitiveness, profitability, and long-term growth of our firm.******Please note: This role is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.*****Required Skills & Experience:*** Significant senior leadership experience in technology risk, cybersecurity, controls, audit, assurance, or related disciplines, preferably within financial services or another highly regulated industry.* Deep knowledge of technology and cybersecurity risk frameworks, controls governance, risk assessments, control testing, penetration testing oversight, technical assurance, and issue remediation.* Experience leading regulatory examinations, audit engagements, risk exception processes, and enterprise-wide remediation programs.* Demonstrated success managing complex technology and cybersecurity risks in large, enterprise environments.* Proven ability to lead leaders, influence senior executives, and build strong partnerships across business and technology organizations.* Strong executive communication skills with the ability to translate technical risks into business impacts and strategic recommendations.**Preferred:*** Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, CPA, or equivalent.* Advanced degree in a related field* Deep understanding of the Financial Services Industry* Experience leading Business Information Security Officer (BISO) organizations **Essential Duties:*** Strategic Leadership & Governance* Technology Risk & Assurance* Regulatory, Audit & Compliance Engagement* Business Information Security Officer (BISO) Leadership* Executive Reporting & Stakeholder Management* Talent Leadership**Responsibilities*** Lead the Technology Risk Assurance and BISO organizations, establishing strategy, governance, and operating priorities.* Oversee enterprise technology risk management practices, including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, reporting, and escalation.* Direct assurance activities to evaluate the effectiveness of technology and cybersecurity controls, including control testing, technical assurance reviews, and penetration testing governance.* Partner with Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, and business leaders to drive effective risk management and control execution.* Serve as the primary executive liaison for technology-related regulatory examinations, audits, and external assessments.* Ensure timely remediation of technology risk issues, audit findings, and regulatory concerns.* Develop and deliver executive-level reporting that provides clear visibility into technology and cybersecurity risks, control effectiveness, and emerging threats.* Lead, develop, and mentor senior leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.* Advise executive leadership and governance committees on technology risk strategy, emerging risks, and organizational risk posture. **Scope and Impact**This role has enterprise-wide responsibility for technology risk assurance and serves as a critical leadership position responsible for strengthening Raymond James' technology risk posture, maintaining regulatory confidence, improving transparency into risk exposure, and ensuring effective governance of the technology and cybersecurity control environment. The position plays a pivotal role in protecting the firm's operational resilience, supporting strategic business objectives, and maintaining stakeholder confidence across the enterprise.**Education**High School (HS) (Required)**Work Experience**General Experience - More than 15 years, Manager Experience - More than 15 years**Certifications****Travel**Less than 25%**Workstyle**HybridThe total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to: • Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same • Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes • Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind • Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter • Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firmAt Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.