Data Risk Management & Governance, Vice President

JPMorgan Chase & Co. • Jersey City, NJ

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About The Position

Join our Internal Audit Chief Data Office and help shape the future of data risk management at JPMC. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our information assets and driving continuous improvement in data governance. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
As a Vice President, Data Risk Management and Governance, you will support and execute the department’s data risk strategy, ensuring robust governance and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to develop effective frameworks, identify and mitigate risks, and provide actionable insights. Your expertise will help us navigate complex regulatory environments and promote data responsibility across the department.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in data risk management, data governance, or related fields within financial services.
• Experience supporting and enforcing policies for data use, quality, protection, destruction, retention, storage, and lifecycle management, with a solid understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of risks and controls, with experience managing data concepts such as data access, lineage, quality, and related areas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, with strong attention to detail and delivery of professional-grade deliverables.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and analyze complex issues, determine root causes, and support the development of optimal solutions.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment and influence stakeholders at various levels.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience in financial services, specifically within controls, risk management, compliance, or internal audit functions.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with cloud platforms, data lake environments, and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of a comprehensive data risk management strategy, aligning with firmwide objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in establishing and maintaining a robust data governance framework, including policies, standards, and procedures for data use, quality, protection, destruction, retention, storage, and lifecycle management.
• Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating data-related risks, including those associated with governance, privacy, quality, and firmwide data products.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, technology, product, and business stakeholders to implement effective controls for data access, transfer, storage, and usage, focusing on cloud and data lake environments.
• Monitor and escalate emerging risks in data management, including those related to AI, analytics, and new technologies, and support timely adaptation to regulatory changes.
• Provide reporting and insights on data risk exposures, trends, remediation activities, and corrective actions to management and the Data Governance Council.
• Support the development and execution of corrective action plans for data-related incidents, ensuring thorough root cause analysis, effective stakeholder coordination, and prompt resolution.
• Contribute to training and awareness initiatives to promote data responsibility and risk management across the department.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location.
• Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.
• We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility.
• These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level