Data Management Lead (Operational Risk Management)

Mizuho Securities Co., Ltd. • New York, NY

289d • $170,000 - $220,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Americas Risk Department, as a second line of defense organization, provides common risk management oversight and services to all businesses and legal entities across Mizuho U.S. Operations (MUSO). Effectively managing risk on a consistent and holistic basis is critical to Mizuho's success in the Americas and in meeting evolving regulatory expectations. The Non-Financial Risk (NFR) Team has built a repeatable and sustainable operational risk framework across the enterprise and is now expanding to include a dedicated focus on Data Management. We are seeking an experienced Data Management SME to join our team as a critical partner in strengthening our bank's data management capabilities. In this role, you will provide strategic oversight, constructive challenge, and advisory expertise to ensure our data governance, data quality, metadata management, and data architecture practices align with regulatory expectations and industry best practices. This role offers the opportunity to shape and influence data risk strategy at the highest organizational levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Data Management roles within financial services.
• Experience in both first-line data management roles and second-line operational risk management or audit roles.
• Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).
• Expertise with data management industry frameworks, particularly DAMA-DMBOK and BCBS 239 compliance standards.
• Familiarity with data lineage tools, metadata repositories, and data quality assessment platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, relationship management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively challenge first-line inputs and data management plans.
• Strong project management capabilities with agility to manage shifting priorities.
• Familiarity with risk management in Corporate and Investment Banking as well as Capital Markets.
• Compliance or audit experience related to data management is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior divisional leadership to embed Data Management into strategic, risk-driven decision-making.
• Provide second line oversight of the Data Management program, constructively challenging first line assessments.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, offering independent review and challenge of data management frameworks.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive continuous monitoring program to evaluate data governance.
• Conduct deep-dive assessments and thematic analyses focused on key Data Management areas.
• Oversee targeted reviews and thematic analyses to pinpoint gaps and recommend enhancements.
• Provide expert guidance on regulatory expectations and supervisory requirements for Data Management.
• Maintain a deep understanding of industry best practices and evolving trends in Data Management.
• Prepare and deliver impactful presentations for senior management and regulators regarding data management programs.
• Lead and actively participate in data governance meetings, engaging key stakeholders.
• Mobilize and coordinate cross-functional resources to address identified data-related risks effectively.
• Collaborate with NFR colleagues on new initiatives to integrate advanced data risk frameworks.

Benefits

• Generous employee benefits package.
• Discretionary bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree