IT/ Technology Risk & Governance Specialist

Are you passionate about making a difference, using your risk and governance skills collaboratively to deliver real change? If so, we may have the role for you!

We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for an IT/ Technology Risk & Governance Specialist to join our team in Technology Services. In this role, you will work closely with IT, IS & Cyber SMEs to foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability for technology risk and governance across the Directorate. This is an exciting time to join the team, as the Society embarks on an ambitious growth plan, and a transformation journey that Technology Services will be at the heart of.

This is a hybrid role; remote working and a small amount of onsite presence in our central Leeds (or Bradford) office.

About the role

As a technology risk subject matter expert, you’ll ultimately be responsible for leading on the transformation of our Technology Services risk and control environment. You will -

• Support and educate SMEs with the identification, assessment, monitoring, and management of technology risks (both on prem and Cloud)

• Support the design and implementation of IT and Cyber controls to mitigate identified risks

• Support the continual review of technology services controls to ensure they are appropriate for managing our risks

• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the business

• Develop, implement, and maintain governance and risk management frameworks including policies and procedures

• Provide problem solving/ troubleshooting skills to support the Technology Services Director and extended leadership team

• Monitor, report and provide insights on key risk indicators, emerging risks, and compliance issues

• Lead the preparation and delivery of governance and risk reporting for risk forums and committees

• Monitor and report on audit and assurance issues

• Support annual compliance activities, such as PCI-DSS, LINK, BACS

About you

What will you bring to the role?

• Experience with IT/ Technology risk (including cyber), preferably in Financial Services

• Comfortable explaining technology risk in non-technical terms whilst advising and educating on appropriate risk mitigation and remediation

• Track record of building relationships with key stakeholders, good collaboration skills

• Knowledge of industry best practice, emerging technology risks and regulatory requirements

• Knowledge and experience of Technology Risk & Control Assessment frameworks

• NIST, ISO27001, COBIT, ITIL

• Relevant industry certifications would be an advantage, but not essential

About us

At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime during the recruitment process to discuss this.

Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:

• Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.

• Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).

• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.

• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.

• My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.

Ready to apply?

If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, apply now to send us your application.

Want more information?

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mike Peel on careers@ybs.co.uk