M&T Bank · 10 hours ago
Senior Specialist - Technology and Cybersecurity Risk
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$124K/yr - $206K/yr
7+ years expM&T Bank is a financial institution seeking a Senior Specialist in Technology and Cybersecurity Risk. The role involves leading risk analysis for complex initiatives and providing guidance to leadership for informed decision-making aligned with organizational imperatives.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic approaches for in-depth risk assessments for comprehensive coverage of all technology capabilities
Develop and execute sophisticated risk management framework and programs that informs how to align practices with business objectives and regulatory requirements, including (but not limited to) developing complex process maps, leading risk controls self-assessments, and summary of complex findings
Drive enforcement of frameworks, providing expert guidance and continually assessing regulation and standards to achieve industry-leading technology risk compliance
Spearhead collaboration among cross-functional teams and senior or executive leadership to align technology practices with overarching business goals and regulatory requirements; maintain productive relationships with stakeholders and/or with third-party engagements to ensure resiliency of Technology, Cybersecurity, and the overall Bank
Coordinate preparation and response to regulatory engagements, including reviewing responses for accuracy and meeting regulatory request, organizing documents and packets, and leading exam management (i.e., template folders, review of first day letter and follow-up requests)
Encourage innovation in risk management strategies through identification of advanced methodologies to address evolving threats and the recommendation of path for implementation to Technology and Cybersecurity Risk leadership
Provide advanced mentorship to mid-level analysts, fostering their professional growth and ensuring a high standard for all risk analysts within the team
Contribute to design and delivery of training programs to ensure comprehensive knowledge of technology and cybersecurity risk management and growing critical skills to enhance team's outcomes
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable
Complete other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 11 years' higher education and/or work experience
Demonstrated expert knowledge of Technology and/or Cybersecurity risk principles
Minimum of 6 years' relevant work experience in or with the specific Technology, Cybersecurity risk area and/or business unit
Preferred
Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Law, Business Administration, or related field
Applicable certification align to function or domain such as Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC®), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Ability to lead critical analysis of work and problem solve
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience partnering with leadership to design solutions aligned with business needs
Excellent ability to strategically seek critical information, and apply across a broad array of processes
Prior experience prioritizing across competing priorities and quickly changing landscape, and execute outcomes aligned with priorities
Experience effectively influencing peers and leaders
Ability to train and mentor peers
Company
M&T Bank
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10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
René Jones
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Dan Saper
•Co-Founder/Co-Chairman of Welcome to M&T Bank Affinity Group, Western New York Chapter
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