Principal, GRC Cyber Risk Management
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Job Summary
About Northern Trust
As a global leader in innovative wealth management asset servicing asset management and banking services Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the worlds most successful individuals families corporations and institutions.
Since 1889 we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service Expertise and Integrity. Together they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees whom we call partners and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.
With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24000 partners we serve the worlds most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Role/ Department:
This role sits within Northern Trusts CybersecurityGovernance Risk and Compliance (GRC) organization anintegralpart ofthe strategic evolution of cyber risk management capabilities across the enterprise.
The Cyber Risk Principal willpartner with peerstodrivethe modernization of cyber risk identification intelligence integration assessmentmethodologies and executive risk reporting. The role requires a forward-lookingteam playerwho understands how cybersecurity cyber threat intelligence data analytics automation and artificial intelligenceare reshaping enterprise risk management within global financial institutions.
The ideal candidate combines strong cyber risk management expertise with the ability to leverage data-driven insights threat intelligence emerging technologies and AI-enabled capabilities to improve risk visibility prioritization and decision-making.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Lead the identification assessment prioritization and reporting of cyber risks across the enterprise
Drive the evolution of cyber risk management towarddata driven decision making by integratingcyber threat intelligence attack surface insights vulnerability trends and control effectiveness metrics into enterprise cyber risk reporting
Conduct cyber risk assessments thematic reviews and cyber maturity assessments aligned to industry frameworks and regulatory expectations
Develop forward-looking cyber risk reporting that provides actionable insights to executive leadership risk committees and regulators
Partner withcyber domainexperts (e.g.security operations architecture)to improve risk reduction outcomes
Enhancecyber risk intelligence capabilities through analytics automation and AI-enabled processes
Drive continuous improvement in cyber risk methodologies governance processes and reporting capabilities
Translate highly technical cyber risks into clear business impact narratives and strategic recommendations
Evaluate emergingthreats including e.g.AI capabilities to determine enterprise cyber risk implications
Contribute to the development of risk metrics KRIs KCIs maturity indicators and predictive cyber risk analytics
Collaborate across Lines of Defense to strengthen enterprise cyber resilience and operational risk visibility
Skills/ Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Information Security Computer Science or a related field;Mastersdegree preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on risk managementExtensive knowledge of cyber risk management frameworks and methodologies including NIST CSF FAIR MITRE ATT&CK CRI ISO 27001 and related industry practice
Strong understanding of modern cyber threat landscapes attack methodologies adversary behaviors and emerging technology risks
Experience leveraging AI analytics automation or data engineering capabilities to improve cyber risk management processes
Understanding of cyber intelligence concepts including threat actor analysis attack trends external intelligence sources and operational risk correlation
Demonstrated ability to design and mature cyber risk reporting capabilities for executive leadership and regulatorsExceptional communication and presentation skills capable of translating technical risk into business terms
Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills
Relevant certificationssuch as CISSP CISM CRISCor similar
Salary Range:
$108965 - 185155 USDSalary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension) health and welfare benefits (medical dental vision spending accounts and disability) paid time off parental and caregiver leave life & accident insurance and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B L-1 TN O-1 E-3 H-1B1 F-1 J-1 OPT CPT or any other employment-based visa).
Working with Us
As a Northern Trust partner you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged senior leaders are accessible and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.
Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trusts history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.
Reasonable Accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email our HR Service Center at or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.
