Avp, Technology Risk

**Job Description**:
We are looking for an
**AVP, Technology Risk**

The AVP, Technology Risk is a First Line of Defense role and reports to the VP, Technology Risk Governance and Control.

This role will work with senior leadership in executing proactive and effective Technology and cyber risk management practices across the Digital Technology organization, helping technology teams embed a risk management culture into delivery and support as technology drives toward meeting business objectives. This includes providing a holistic view of the organization’s overall technology risk posture and helping us operate within the risk appetite established for Technology Risk.

Further, this role will be responsible for leading the continued development and adoption of technology controls and operating standards; ensuring that technology risks are clearly understood, controls are implemented to mitigate those risks and continuous monitoring is established to measure control effectiveness.

**What you will do**
- Provide leadership and direction for the company to advance Technology Risk Governance policies and practices
- Support Technology teams in the design, implementation, operation and continuous monitoring of controls that reduce a broad spectrum of technology operational risks
- Build and maintain a governance structure with appropriate committees and stakeholder groups
- Lead the development and adoption of policies and operating standards; enforce compliance and run ongoing monitoring of compliance with policies and standards across all levels of the organization
- Build and maintain a backlog of technology risk remediation work supported by a governance lifecycle and the implementation of management tools supported by technology
- Partner with Technology leaders to develop business cases for the introduction, or expansion of risk capabilities and services governance
- Lead the Technology Risk & Control identification process across all of Canada Life organization
- Support the 1A in conducting Risk & Control Assessment across all of Canada Life organization
- Foster, advocate for, and strengthen Canada Life’s overall technology risk posture
- Lead a Line 1B team of technology risk professionals to achieve and surpass personal and team objectives
- Support regulatory and related reporting
- Support audit activities including ITGC testing

**What you will bring**
- 10+ years’ experience in a similar technology risk leadership position
- 5-10 years of experience in varied senior security related leadership positions would be an asset.
- 5-10 years of experience of in the financial services industry or in a large organization
- 5-10 years of experience within the area of risk, compliance or governance specific to Information Services.
- Understanding of technology risk regulatory, best practices and industry best practices
- Experience building and working in matrix and complex organizations with demonstrated ability to influence teams where resources do not all report directly into the function.
- Skilled leader with exceptional communication abilities, collaboration and relationship building skills establishing credibility and fostering cross-functional relationships.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills needed to effectively build relationships and communicate with Executives, internals stakeholders, and customers.
- Constant learner and passion for technology and risk governance
- Deep understanding of how large enterprise organizations work, within in a regulated environment
- Ability to attract, motivate and develop talent to build the right team to meet strategic direction and tomorrow’s needs
- Extensive knowledge of Cyber and Technology Risk Governance and Control frameworks/standards (i.e., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, ITL, etc.)
- Certifications in CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC would be an asset

**_ Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg._**

**Be your best at Canada Life

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

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Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.
- Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial