Chief Risk and Resilience Strategist

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Robinhood Full time

Unlocking Financial Opportunities with a Proactive Approach

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Security Risk and Resilience to join our team at Robinhood Markets, a pioneering fintech company revolutionizing the way people access financial services.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in senior security roles, focusing on risk management, policy development, and enterprise resilience. Strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and interpersonal abilities are essential for success in this position.

The Director of Security Risk Management will lead our efforts in overseeing security risk management and policy governance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and improving our enterprise resilience. This pivotal leadership role will coordinate our strategic response to security challenges, lead all aspects of policy and exception management, and ensure robust business continuity and disaster recovery frameworks are in place and operationalized.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework, leading from the front in risk assessment activities and mitigation strategy development.
  • Be responsible for the handling of high-stakes risk mitigation efforts, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Elevate critical risks to the board and senior management, preparing detailed reports and strategic recommendations while leading key discussions.

Regulatory Response & Compliance:

  • Lead a team in developing and implementing the organization's regulatory response strategy, actively participating in critical discussions and reviews to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration among legal, compliance, and operational teams to adapt to regulatory changes and audits efficiently.
  • Champion proactive compliance initiatives, stepping in to guide complex compliance issues and strategic planning sessions.

Policy and Exception Management:

  • Direct the creation and enforcement of security policies, actively engaging in the drafting, vetting, and rollout phases to ensure robustness and applicability.
  • Supervise the policy exception process, with decision-making authority in high-risk or high-impact decisions to lead and mitigate potential threats effectively.
  • Cultivate a security-aware culture, providing leadership and direct involvement in training and awareness campaigns.

Enterprise Resilience:

  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of business continuity and disaster recovery plans, actively participating in simulations and drills.
  • Collaborate closely with various department heads to strengthen the resilience of operational and IT systems, directly troubleshooting and strategizing in critical areas.
  • Engage hands-on in the evaluation and enhancement of resilience measures to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the business.

Leadership & Team Management:

  • Lead an impactful risk and resilience team, setting clear goals and expectations while actively supporting their professional development and daily challenges.
  • Create an environment of shared knowledge and mutual support, stepping in to resolve conflicts and facilitate collaboration.
  • Demonstrate leadership through hands-on involvement in critical projects and pivotal initiatives, setting a standard for commitment and excellence.

Board Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Develop high-impact security presentations for the board, personally driving the creation of content and essential messaging.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for security matters with internal and external partners, engaging directly in negotiations and critical communications.
  • Lead by example in external engagements, representing the organization in industry forums and regulatory discussions, and forging strong relationships with key partners.

This role offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, a generous retirement plan, and opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.



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