Sr. Manager, Risk Assessment & Analysis

Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The Sr. Manager Risk Assessment & Analysis is responsible for establishing a proactive risk assessment methodology and supporting processes to support the advancement of RBC's Technology Infrastructure (TI) group's risk profile. The role will develop, lead and execute risk assessment activities to ensure the TI Risk & Regulatory group's strategic objectives are accomplished, in alignment to RBC Risk Management Framework and regulatory expectations. The role requires deep collaboration with peer risk groups and IT partners.

What will you do?

• Develop and oversee the enhancement of the current IT risk assessment processes managed by the group, ensuring appropriate coverage of IT Risk Management framework and US and CAD regulatory requirements.
• Monitor emerging threats and trends within the technology landscape, including but not limited to, cyber, operational and third-party risks.
• Provide ongoing assessment of IT risk strategies, frameworks and processes to ensure continued alignment with emerging trends and regulatory expectations.
• Define, implement and monitor risk assessment methodologies and monitoring tools to identify technology related risks.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and gap analysis to identify potential weaknesses in IT controls and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with Controls Analysis & TI Risk COEs to ensure assessment processes are efficient while supporting the advancement of TI by driving smart, risk-based decisions by IT partners.
• Establish key metrics and reporting capabilities to effectively evaluate IT-related risks dependent on RBCs overall environment.
• Partner and build strong relationships with IT business partners to assist, educate and proactively identify risks associated with IT activities.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

• Minimum of 7 years in risk management with a strong focus on mitigation and remediation.
• Strong understanding of US & Canadian regulatory environment including reporting requirements. Prior or current financial services experience required. Regulatory experience with UK, EU or APAC regulators is a plus.
• Strong ability to perform IT risk assessments following a defined Risk Management framework, standards, policies, and industry best practices and with an investigative mind.
• Creative problem-solving and analytical skills with the proven ability to exercise flexibility and judgment while partnering with stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Ability to challenge current IT control landscape, looking to increase efficiencies and drive changes on existing processes.
• Experience working with regulators and internal/external auditors (Statutory Audit, SOX, SOC 1 and 2 engagements) effectively and helping stakeholders with remediation plans.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills and experience managing and prioritizing multiple risk remediation projects simultaneously.
• Deep desire to support training and education of others and self.

Nice-to-have:

• CRISC, CISA, CISM, CAMS, CISSP, CPA, CA etc.

What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients

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Job Skills
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR), Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Cyber Security Management, Firewall Management, Information Security Management, IT Network Security, Operational Delivery, Problem Management, Process Management, Threat Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

330 FRONT ST W:TORONTO

City:

TORONTO

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-04-15

Application Deadline:

2025-05-16
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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