via Icims
$124K - 160K a year
Manage and support business unit risk activities, including risk identification, control implementation, issue remediation, regulatory and audit engagement, and risk governance reporting within a technology risk environment.
Bachelor's degree with 6+ years in financial services risk management or equivalent experience, preferred certifications, experience in technology or cyber risk, strong project and stakeholder management skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Overview This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. As a first line risk professional supporting the Technology Business Unit partners within ET&O organization Business Risk and Controls Advisory, this position is responsible for Business Unit (BU) risk activities and horizontal risk and control activities in adherence with the Company's Risk Appetite and Corporate Strategy. Supports the management of business risks and controls across all Technology risk types. Enables and/or monitors execution of risk policies, standards, procedures and/or program requirements. Provides advisory services to manage risks through implementation of effective controls. Facilitates effective communication between the business, the 2nd & 3rd line, and regulators. Influences achievement of shared department goals. Acts as a mentor to associates. Credibly challenge Technology Business Partners in the identification of issues, control gaps, execution of risk and control self-assessments, delivery of regulatory exam content/responses, facilitation of audit requests for responses. This position acts as a trusted advisor to the assigned Technology Business Units Partners. Responsibilities Risk Strategic Activities - Works with Business Risk & Controls leader and Technology or Cyber senior management to oversee risk management strategies ensuring key risks are appropriately managed and are aligned. Provides Technology or Cyber business risk considerations for business/strategic plans. Reviews and challenges risk programs outputs, ensuring bank, framework, and regulatory alignment. Business Risk Management Support - Supports the execution and implementation of policies, standards, and procedures with BU associates in alignment with the Company's risk management framework. Aids the business in identifying risks & control gaps. Leads the tracking and resolution of issues across the organization, ensuring timely escalation and remediation. Collaborates with Technology or Cyber and stakeholders to develop and execute on action plans and mitigation strategies to address root causes & prevent recurrence. Monitors the status and effectiveness of issue remediation efforts, providing regular updates and reports to senior management. Coordinates with other functions (i.e. Compliance, 2LOD) to ensure alignment with broader risk management and governance objectives. Supports prioritization and capacity assessment, ensuring resource alignment with strategic objectives and risk management initiatives. Maintains and utilizes a deep understanding of the complexities inherent in the organization's business environment, including industry markets, products, services, client-base and competitive landscape. Interpret and operationalize 2nd line requirements for business area. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the impact of external factors including regulatory changes, market disruptions or business operations and strategy. Ensure effective management of issues, RCSA, Control development, Operational risk events, audits, and regulatory exams in alignment with the organization’s risk appetite. Regulatory and Internal Audit Engagement - Participates in regulatory and Internal Audit inquiries, examinations, and audits in collaboration with internal stakeholders. Support the business' development of regulatory submissions, response and reporting requirements, driving accuracy, completeness, and timely submission. Independently and in collaboration with Compliance Advisory and Independent Compliance Function teams, monitors regulatory developments and findings and assess their potential impact on the organization's risk profile and regulatory compliance. Risk Governance & Reporting - Defines BU risk reports that provide a comprehensive view of risks impacting the BU and/or extrapolates information from existing data and dashboards. Monitors BU risk and control performance. Effectively manages and summarizes top and emerging risks and actions to address impacts. Partners with Reporting program to ensure timely escalation of key indicator limits and breaches as required by the Risk Appetite Framework (RAF). Advises BU senior leadership in relevant risk governance meetings utilizing understanding of the BU operations, risks, controls and related laws and regulatory guidance. Provides feedback and collaborates on relevant governance documents to support BU activities and manage risk. Drives the implementation of program policies, standards, and procedures. Ensures timely communication around current and emerging issues and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Financial Services, First Line Risk Management, Enterprise Risk or Operational Risk OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Financial Services, First Line Risk Management, Enterprise Risk or Operational Risk Preferred Area of Study: Information Systems Management, Finance or Risk Management Preferred Area of Experience: Issues Management, Project Management, Control design and implementation, audit support or facilitation, Internal or External Consulting/Risk Advisory, Architecture, Technology and Cybersecurity Prior experience in a Technology or Cyber Risk Organization. License or Certification Type: CRCM, PMP, CERP, CAMS; CDPSE, ISACA CISA, ISACA CRISC – preferred Preferred Qualifications: Experience with issue management within technology space Experience supporting and facilitating Technology Business Unit Partners in responding and navigating through Audit inquiries Experience supporting and facilitating Technology Business Unit Partners in responding and navigating through regulatory inquiries Experience with supporting Technology Business Partners in creating, reviewing, and implementing, enforcing, controls Experience ensuring adherence to control design and performance expectations within the Technology space Experience taking ownership and providing strong issue management leadership in support of timely issues remediation Experience with proactively identifying issue delivery gaps and escalating them to leadership in a timely manner Knowledge of regulatory guidance pertaining to enterprise risk and operational risk, Ability to work effectively with associates, senior management and various committees Ability to plan, organize, and manage risk and control work independently with minimum supervision Ability to Project manage risk and control work to support business partners Experience working in a fast-paced environment handling urgent requests to ensure timely delivery Experience with risk coordination, strategizing, planning, and executive update summaries Experience generating executive level reporting Experience with hosting meetings forums, and training and development workshops Action oriented and driven to execute independently with little direction Ability to manage changing requirements and navigating complex organizational structures Strong stakeholder management and engagement Experience in executing ad hoc initiatives that span across multiple Business Units This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants. If hired in North Carolina, the base pay for this position is generally between $123,978 and $160,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. #LI-JM1 Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
This job posting was last updated on 12/10/2025