Wells Fargo is seeking an Executive Director, Operational Risk Senior Lead Officer, in the Technology and Information Security Risk Management (TISRM) group within Operational Risk Management under Corporate Risk. This second line team is responsible to oversee technology and information security risks and controls for the enterprise. Our ideal candidate has a background in software engineering/testing and risk management.
In this role, you will:
Develop, implement, execute, and maintain the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Testing oversight program.
Perform independent review on SDLC testing approaches, methodologies, lifecycle, and adequacy of end-to-end testing aligned to development requirements or user stories. Testing includes User Acceptance Testing, Systems Integration Testing, Unit Testing, Regression Testing, and DevOps automated testing.
Ability to evaluate programming codes for automated testing.
Be a Subject Matter Expert to the Testing Principles in the Agile Framework and Waterfall Methodology.
Responsible and accountable to manage and oversee Technology and Chief Information Security Officer owned issues by adequately applying technical expertise to review and challenge risk acceptances, issue rating, remediation suitability to mitigate the identified risk(s), root causes, and success criteria.
Provide technical expertise and knowledge to review and challenge Technology-owned issues throughout the Issue Management lifecycle.
Oversee, assess and opine on Technology Issue Management function policies, procedures, and risk management effectiveness.
Ability to collaborate closely and effectively across all lines of defense.
Maintain respective job aides and desktop procedures.
Manage and coordinate production of periodic operational risk performance reports for management, including trend research and recommended strategies.
Mentor and coach peers and lesser experience team members.
Required Qualifications:
7+ years of Operational Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate will have direct technology and information security related work experience, specifically a background in software engineering/testing and risk management, along with the following:
Certification(s) in Risk Management, Agile, and Testing: Certified Scrum Master, Certified Associate in Software Testing, Certified Software Quality Analyst Certification, International Software Testing Qualifications Board, Certified Manager of Software Testing, Certified Software Tester Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Information Security Manager, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
Testing practitioner with deep working experience in risk management functions or technical auditing in technology, information, and cyber security programs.
Deep knowledge of technology and security organization practices, industry frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO, NIST, PCI-DSS, SWIFT), tools and technologies, operations, risk management processes, principles, architectural requirements, including incident response methodologies and related laws, rules, and regulations (e.g., GLBA, FFIEC Handbook).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, inquisitive nature and comfort challenging current practices to drive efficiency and standardization.
Ability to deliver and synthesize technology, information and cyber security risk using simple business risk acumen by applying strong financial services products and services knowledge
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Work Locations:
401 S Tryon St - Charlotte, NC 28202
600 S 4th St - Minneapolis, MN 55415
800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, IA 50266
1150 W Washington - Tempe, AZ 85281
114 N Beaumont St - St. Louis, MO
250 E John Carpenter Frwy - Irving, TX
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates. $144,400.00 - $300,000.00 Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date: 26 Nov 2024 * Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Diversity
At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
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