IT Risk Management team leader

Job Summary:

The Team Leader supports the IT Risk Management Manager in developing risk policies, conducting assessments, and implementing security controls , ensuring IT-related risks are minimized while maintaining operational efficiency.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting risk assessments to identify IT vulnerabilities, security threats, and operational risks .
• Evaluate IT systems, applications, and business processes to determine risk exposure and mitigation strategies .
• Maintain and update an IT risk register , tracking identified risks and their treatment plans.
• Support the implementation of IT risk management frameworks, controls, and mitigation measures .
• Work with IT teams to identify process improvements and security enhancements to minimize risks.
• Ensure business continuity (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) plans are in place and periodically tested.
• Ensure compliance with international and local regulatory standards (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST, COBIT, GDPR, etc.) .
• Assist in preparing reports for internal and external audits, regulatory bodies, and risk committees .
• Stay updated with emerging IT risk trends, regulatory updates, and cybersecurity best practices .
• Support IT teams in handling, investigating, and documenting security incidents and IT risk events .
• Ensure proper reporting and response to cybersecurity threats and operational disruptions .
• Work closely with IT security, compliance, governance, and business continuity teams to integrate IT risk management into daily operations.
• Coordinate with business units and technology teams to ensure awareness and adoption of IT risk policies.
• Act as a key contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and third-party risk management providers.
• Assist in preparing risk assessment reports, dashboards, and compliance status updates .
• Maintain detailed documentation of IT risk policies, controls, and risk treatment plans .
• Contribute to risk analysis presentations for senior management and audit committees .

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity, IT governance, or IT audit .
• Hands-on experience in conducting IT risk assessments and implementing risk controls .