IT Risk Head I

FirstRand; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services institution is seeking an IT Risk Head to implement and manage an IT risk management programme across the Business Units. You will provide strategic oversight, ensuring effective risk management that aligns with governance requirements. The ideal candidate holds an Honours degree and has 5 to 8 years of experience in financial services, demonstrating strong leadership and stakeholder relationship skills. Opportunities to innovate and collaborate are plentiful in this dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience as an IT Risk Head.
• Financial Services experience is preferred.
• Leadership experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Implementation and monitoring of IT risk management programme.
• Provide support to the R&C Chief Risk Office.
• Establish relationships with stakeholders.
• Budget management aligned with delivery plans.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Compliance

Education

Honours degree or postgraduate studies in IT, Auditing, or Risk Management

Relevant certifications (CA, CIA, CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM)

Job description

Job Description

To effectively implement and monitor execution of the IT risk management programme across the Business Units and apply risk mitigation to support the business in achieving its strategies in accordance with Group IT risk governance requirements, design and build risk programmes that covers all related legislation.

Hello Future IT Risk Head IWelcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. The IT Risk Head, with the support of a dedicated team, will primarily focus on the R&C Chief Risk Office. The role will provide support and oversight to effectively drive strategic and IT risk program deliverables. This will involve ensuring that key stakeholders receive adequate support and guidance to maintain an effective risk management strategy and an acceptable risk profile.

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership behaviour through personal involvement, commitment and dedication in support of organisational values
• Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership in area of expertise
• Deploys integrated risk management, governance and compliance frameworks throughout area of responsibility
• Establish mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders that support thought leadership, innovative and integrated practice solutions
• Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans to facilitate the provision of adequate financial resources

Ideal candidate

• Minimum Qualification: Honours degree or any postgraduate studies with Relevant certification/Degree in Information Technology, Auditing, Business Management/Operations, and/or Risk Management.
• Preferred Qualification: Certification in any of the following: CA(SA), CIA, CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, CRM Prac, CRM Prof will be ideal but not mandatory
• Financial Services experience; FICA experience Technology and Fintech experience will be ideal but not mandatory
• Min 5 to 8 years’ experience as an IT Risk Head
• Leadership experience

Access

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging working environment
• Opportunities to innovate.

Characteristics

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more.
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now! #post #FNB #LI-CD1

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below 19/01/26.

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.