Senior Practice Lead - Risk in Change Technology (Core Banking)

Australia’s most recommended bank for the 5th consecutive year is looking for an experienced Senior Practice Lead – Risk in Change Technology professional for our Core Banking program of work.

This newly created role is a key contributor to our organisational strategy within the Core Banking program of work. You’ll enable our Business and Technology Leaders to make well informed decisions by providing tailored IT risk and control advice and support.

As an SME, you’ll provide support and guidance in driving risk and control related activities across Technology transformations. If you possess deep expertise in information technology risk frameworks and advisory, understand Tech’s role and can effectively partner with (Global and Local) ING business units to support their achievement of business outcomes as well as performing risk in change activities across key programs of work, we’d love to hear from you.

As the Senior Practice Lead, Risk in Change Technology (Core Banking Platform) you’ll lead technology risk in change activities supporting the Core Banking modernisation program and oversee all Line 1 IT delivered risk activity. You’ll support the Technology Program Director in the definition, management and control of IT delivered risks for the program.

This will include a review and assessment of risk and control frameworks for all in scope assets (cloud, on-premise, digital) and provide support and advice on the design, implementation and automation of new and existing controls, in alignment with the IT Risk Measurement Model (ITRMM). In addition, the role requires expert stakeholder management and engagement, with the ability to work collaboratively at all levels to influence change, applying strategic and operational business approaches to achieve balanced risk management outcomes.

You’ll provide effective leadership by fostering an environment that encourages accountability, integrity, personal growth, and commitment to a customer and risk centric culture.

What you’ll do

• Proactive management and coordination of IT risk & compliance activities and requirements for Technology Change Programs
• Review & assess IT risk requirements for all in scope assets (Cloud, On-premise, Digital Channels), providing advice on the design of new IT controls and automation, in alignment with the IT Risk Measurement Model
• Support Program Director in the definition, management and control of IT delivered (introduced) risk in the program
• Manage and co-ordinate IT reviews, audits, assessments, approvals and communication with audit teams and external regulators (via Regulatory affairs)
• Balance Global requirements against Local environment and factors in risk activities and processes

What we’re looking for

• Ability to perform Risk In Change assessments for Technology Programs and advise on controls’ implementation – essential criteria
• Comprehensive understanding of IT General Computer Controls (ITGCs), Application-Level Controls, and technical Security Controls from industry frameworks such as NIST and CoBIT
• Understanding of relevant technologies, and able to remain current with knowledge of Cloud Computing: Microsoft Azure. Knowledge of Microsoft Azure highly advantageous. Alternatively proven experience with cloud computing/AWS will be considered
• Ability to acquire technical understanding the IT environment, including its architectural direction in context of risk management, in order to be able, provide relevant risk advice
• A minimum of 8+ years Non-Financial Risk related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of Banking and relevant External Regulations, processes, procedures and systems – highly advantageous or with experience in Financial Services
• Self-Direction, Self Confidence, Ability to work under pressure, Natural inquisitiveness, Service Orientation
• Exceptional collaboration skills and ability to work across both functional and geographical lines with all levels of Stakeholders

What’s in it for you ?

• Discounted ING Health Insurance
• An additional Rest Day to support your wellbeing
• An IMPACT day to volunteer on an approved sustainability activity

About Us At ING, we want to make life simpler and more worthwhile – for everyone who banks with us, for the people who work with us, and the community at large, too. When you come to work at ING, you’re joining a team where individuality isn’t just accepted, it’s encouraged. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, friendly and supportive – it’s the kind of place where you can be yourself and make the most of whatever you have to offer. We give people the freedom to think differently, take ownership of their work, and make great things happen. We’re here to help you get ahead. And with our global network, there’s plenty of scope to take your career in new directions, perhaps even ones you’ve never considered. We are all about celebrating success and as a result we are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and a certified Family Inclusive workplace. Sound like the kind of place you’d feel at home? We’d love to hear from you. (One last thing, ING operates a direct talent sourcing model. So no agency introductions, please.)

Need more?
Contact Skye Griffiths on [email protected]

Applications close Friday 28th June