Tech Risk and Controls Associate – Control Testing

Join our dynamic team to navigate complex risk landscapes and fortify technology governance, making a pivotal impact in our firm’s robust risk strategy.

As a Tech Risk & Controls Senior Associate in Cybersecurity & Tech Controls team, you will contribute to the successful management of technology-aligned aspects of Governance, Risk, and Compliance in line with the firm’s standards. Leverage your broad knowledge in risk management principles and practices to assess and monitor risks and implement effective controls. Your role in risk identification, control evaluation, and security governance is crucial in advising on complex situations and enhancing the firm’s risk posture. Through collaboration and analytical skills, you will contribute to the overall success of the Technology Risk & Services team and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations and industry standards.

Job responsibilities

• Understand the Technology processes within the firm and the risks against these processes.
• Perform end-to-end control evaluations for control design and control performance evaluations, to validate and ensure proper documentation of evidence in compliance with CORE Program Standards and Procedures.
• Work actively with Assessment Leads and Technology, Risk and Control professionals to improve technical assessment guidance and evaluation approaches, where appropriate.
• Engage with the business to continually improve operational risk processes and business operating models, support safe business growth, and inform & influence risk-based decision making.
• Build consultative relationships with the business and control teams to drive and influence strategic program decisions with controls perspective.
• Contribute to materials for presentations at working groups, senior management meetings, and providing sufficient information to inform key stakeholders.
• Understand and assess key and emerging operational risks for the business including staying abreast of industry news, incidents and regulatory developments to facilitate proactive risk identification and mitigation.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum bachelor’s degree with at least 3+ years’ experience, preferably in risk management
• CRISC / CISA certification desirable
• Curiosity and an interest in understanding how businesses work and effectively manage risk.
• Experience with risk management, control management, compliance, and/or audit in the financial industry strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including effective interaction with senior management.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or other industry-recognized risk and risk certifications preferred
• Proficient in MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Should have reasonable knowledge of APAC technology regulatory requirements

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.