IT Risk Program Manager

Ameris Bank•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The IT Risk Program Manager documents and monitors Ameris Bank’s technology ecosystem to help ensure proper system functionality within the IT control environment for Sarbanes-Oxley audits and other internal audits. The role supports the New Initiative Committee by preparing documentation for inherent and residual risk assessments and risk workbooks. The position focuses primarily on IT risk management and also supports the Director of Business Continuity with the day-to-day operations and ongoing strategic and tactical development of the IT Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) program and its processes. The role also performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley, SOC reports, and IT general controls.
Strong knowledge of control testing.
Strong process facilitation, project management, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently while managing schedules and competing priorities.
Ability to understand and leverage team dynamics to improve outcomes.
Ability to produce quality results with little direction or follow-up.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and AuditBoard (CrossComply).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP comparisons.
Required experience in risk management at a financial institution subject to highly regulated systems and heightened standards, specifically in IT governance, risk, and compliance.
Required experience contributing to risk assessment documentation, including frameworks, policies, standards, procedures, or similar materials.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of financial services or technology experience is strongly preferred.
CISA and/or CRISC certifications are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the design and oversight of IT controls and coordinate with IT audit on implementation, monitoring, and remediation strategies.
Design and manage the IT SOX control matrix for annual testing and evidence collection.
Lead and support IT risk assessment strategy in alignment with the bank’s IT and security control frameworks.
Facilitate communication between technology teams and internal and external auditors.
Support day-to-day IT Governance, Risk and Compliance operations.
Execute technology risk management processes and contribute to continuous improvement of process and program design.
Support internal and external audits and relevant compliance matters, including SOX and non-SOX applications.
Coordinate with Internal Audit, Security Risk and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, and IT delivery teams to support an efficient and effective risk management process.
Quantify inherent and residual IT risk levels to support analytics, prioritization, and management reporting.
Work with risk remediation owners to establish plans, milestones, and target dates; monitor progress and escalate as appropriate.
Participate in technology project initiatives involving technology risk assessment, remediation, and management.
Investigate root causes and correct non-compliant items, regardless of business or management pressures.
Build relationships across individuals and departments to support cross-team communication and outcomes, and use informal networks to gain support for ideas and projects.
Monitor adherence to IT policies, regulations, processes, and procedures, and take corrective action when necessary.
Maintain working knowledge of regulations affecting IT risks.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
Life insurance at no additional cost to employees.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Long-term disability coverage.
Paid sick and vacation leave.
11 holidays.
Volunteer/service day.
Employee stock purchase plan.
401(k) retirement plan with a company match of 50% of the first 8% of employee contributions.
Flexible spending accounts.
Health savings account.
Health reimbursement arrangement.
Supplemental life and other insurance plans.
Identity theft protection.
Pet insurance.
Legal insurance.
Employee assistance program.
Employee advocacy program.
Tickets at Work entertainment discounts.
AT&T employee discount.
Wellness discounts for medical premiums and other rewards.
Employee referral incentive.
Education assistance.
Employee Resource Groups.
Free interest checking, free safe deposit box, free money orders, travelers’ checks and cashier’s checks, a discount on mortgage origination fees, free online banking and unlimited online bill payment, and other employee banking perks.