Specialist Risk

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust a Fortune 500 company is a globally recognized award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the worlds most successful individuals families and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service expertise and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22000 partners we serve the worlds most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

The Second Line of Defense (2LOD) Controls Testing partner provides specialized expert-level leadership in cyber and non-cyber and technology risk management and controls assurance. Operating with significant autonomy this role involves shaping testing strategies overseeing large-scale assurance activities influencing policy and regulatory compliance decisions and leading teams or critical initiatives to ensure robust and forward-looking risk mitigation.

Responsibilities will include:

Test validate and continuously refine advanced control testing frameworks and methodologies incorporating innovative techniques to address complex or emerging risks

Conduct and oversee comprehensive high-risk assurance reviews ensuring that test plans workpapers and outcome reports meet the highest quality standards

Lead the development implementation and optimization of new controls collaborating with executive stakeholders to ensure alignment with the organizations strategic objectives

Evaluate cyber risk and non cyber risk controls at an enterprise scale identifying systemic issues influencing remediation strategies and driving continuous improvements that reduce risk exposure

Provide strategic direction for second-line governance activities including Risk Identification and Change Initiative Risk Assessments offering policy-level recommendations

Communicate challenging or sensitive findings effectively to senior executives and risk committees negotiating differing viewpoints to achieve consensus on policy changes and remediation plans

Leverage deep expertise in risk frameworks and industry best practices to anticipate future regulatory technological and market challenges proactively adjusting testing strategies

Lead functional teams or projects managing moderate resource requirements and complexities while mentoring managers and senior associates to build a pipeline of future leaders

Maintain expert-level understanding of banking/financial regulatory requirements ensuring that control testing not only meets current standards but anticipates future regulatory trends

Qualifications:

24 months as Associate Specialist/Senior Consultant

1520 years of experience in IT Audit Cybersecurity IT Risk & Control or equivalent experience with a proven track record of leading complex initiatives

Advanced certifications (CISSP CISM CISA CRISC) or equivalent credentials highly preferred

Specialized depth of expertise in cyber and technology risk management within the financial services sector

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement enterprise-level risk management solutions utilizing advanced security controls and cutting-edge technologies

Exceptional analytical leadership and communication skills capable of influencing high-level decision-making and driving enterprise-wide enhancements

Proven success managing teams fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovating testing practices

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and advanced GRC platforms (e.g. ServiceNow Fusion) leveraging these tools to derive strategic insights and streamline risk reporting and remediation efforts

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged senior leaders are accessible and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

Wed love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the worlds most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email our HR Service Center at .

We hope youre excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

About Our Pune Office

The Northern Trust Pune office established in 2016 is now home to over 3000 employees. The office handles various functions including Operations for Asset Servicing and Wealth Management as well as delivering critical technology solutions that support business operations across the globe.

Our Pune team takes our commitment to service to 2024 they volunteered more than 10000 hours into the communities where they live and work. Learn more.