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WSP USA Technology and Cyber Risk Manager (Flexible Location) in Peru
About WSP
WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions to our clients and maintaining a robust IT operation to support our employees worldwide. WSPs vast global network is today comprised of over 1,000 offices, 29 data centers, 1,300 data circuits, and used by over 65,000 users.
Technology and Cyber Risk Manager (flexible location)
WSP’s Information Security Office (ISO) is responsible for the deployment and maintenance of the information security framework for both the IT organization and wider business community. This includes the Governance mechanisms, policies and processes, tools and technologies, and employee training required to protect WSP information and that of our clients.
To run our global Technology & Cyber Risk Management process, we are seeking a talented and experienced Technology and Cyber Risk Manager. This role will report to the Global Director of IT Risk.
As a Technology and Cyber Risk Manager, your primary role will be to manage the full IT Risk Process from identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring. This role is a key player in fostering relationships and coordinating efforts to manage technology-related risks. It calls for a strong analytical ability, and the capacity to work effectively in a diverse, global environment.
Main Responsibilities
· Implement and maintain a comprehensive and effective IT risk management practice across the WSP global IT organisation. This should include identification of potential IT risks, the evaluation of their impact, the formulation of strategies to mitigate these risks, and the tracking of their mitigation and/or acceptance. Conduct regular monitoring and review of the IT risk management process to ensure its effectiveness and alignment to the organization’s risk appetite and business objectives.
· Establish reporting and communication methods that ensure that relevant stakeholders within IT and business leadership have an accurate and timely view of IT risks. Analyse and process data related to risk, issues, and deficiencies to identify patterns and trends.
· Work with WSPs Executive Risk Management (ERM) team on the evaluation and reporting of relevant IT Risks as part of the ERM process.
· Lead and manage a team of risk analysts, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages open communication, mutual respect, and shared responsibility in managing cyber and technology risks.
· Deliver risk management training within the IT community and establish a culture of risk-aware decision-making, accountability, and a commitment to maintaining an effective control environment.
· Own and manage the evolution of the Integrated Risk Management Platform (Service-Now IRM). This includes entities, risk statements and controls management.
· Be a subject matter expert in relation to IT risk and risk mitigation. Empower IT stakeholders to assume responsibility for the IT risks in their respective areas and encourage them to report any potential IT risks.
· The successful candidate will work directly with all levels of IT Leadership and business stakeholders to ensure issues and risks are well understood so that effective decisions can be made.
Leadership and People Responsibilities:
· Displays leadership and independence in performing their role.
· High level of personal integrity, and the ability to professionally handle confidential matters and exude the appropriate level of judgment and maturity.
· Develop positive working relationships with other team members and business partners and partners across teams to align with WSP internal and external client demands.
· Capable of rapidly assimilating and internalizing complex business, technology, and risk management concepts and dependencies.
· Able to exercise judgement when policies are not well-defined.
· Critical thinker with strong problem-solving and organization skill.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate between specialized groups of business unit and IT professionals.
· Ability to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures across the region and the world.
· Accommodation of schedule for international conference calls.
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Requirements:
About you:
· 8 years related senior level experience in Information Security, IT Audit with at least 2 years in Risk Management.
· Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
· Experience working in large/global enterprise IT.
· Working (not necessarily technical) knowledge of enterprise IT security concerns and technologies, including but not limited to VPNs, network security, encryption, authentication, application-level network protocols, Firewall, LAN/WAN, and TCP/IP
· Knowledge of technology best practices (applications, network, etc.)
· Experience with IT Governance frameworks such as NIST and ISO 2700x
· Experience with governance, compliance, and audit within IT environments.
· Experience of risk management, including risk analysis, mitigation, and monitoring
· Knowledge of information security regulations
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to interact with different layers of management.
· Ability to work with minimal supervision and little to no instructions.
· Strong organizational and project management skills.
· Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills
· Demonstrated experience in understanding and demonstrating compliance with information security requirements.
· Limited travelling may be required.
Due to the nature of this role, you may need to work outside of standard business hours occasionally.
Preferred
· Knowledge of Service-Now Integrated Risk Management platform (IRM)
· Professional certification in one or more of the following disciplines - IT governance (e.g., CGEIT), security (e.g., CISSP, CISM), internal audit (CISA) or Payment Card Industry (PCI)
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Title: Technology and Cyber Risk Manager (Flexible Location)
Location: COL-Bogotá D.C.
Other Locations: Chile, Brazil, Peru, Mexico, Panama, Argentina
Requisition ID: 24000538
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