Manager of Infrastructure Governance, Risk and Controls

Mizuho•New York, NY

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Mizuho as the Manager of Infrastructure Governance, Risk and Controls! We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Line Manager to lead our Infrastructure Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team. This role is pivotal in transforming our GRC function to become more proactive, efficient, and an enabler of audit responses. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of the team. The focus will be on enhancing our proactive risk management capabilities and ensuring that audit responses are streamlined and integrated into our business-as-usual (BAU) processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in GRC, risk management, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Strong understanding of infrastructure services and financial industry regulations
Proven track record of developing and implementing proactive risk management strategies
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred
Relevant certifications such as CISM, CRISC, or CISSP are a plus

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management: Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Infrastructure GRC team
Foster a culture of proactive risk management and continuous improvement within the team
Mentor and develop team members to enhance their skills and capabilities
Proactive Risk Management: Develop and implement a proactive GRC strategy that anticipates and miti gates potential risks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address emerging risks and vulnerabilities
Establish and maintain robust risk assessment and monitoring processes
Audit Response Enablement: Transform the GRC team's approach to audit responses, making them more efficient and integrated into BAU activities
Work closely with internal and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate responses
Develop and implement processes and tools that streamline audit preparation and execution
Governance and Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies
Oversee the development and maintenance of GRC policies, procedures, and documentation
Manage items such as self-identified issues and risk acceptances, with a goal of achieving zero extensions
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of GRC controls and initiatives
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a key point of contact for GRC-related matters within the organization
Collaborate with senior leadership, business units, and other stakeholders to align GRC activities with business objectives
Act as an embedded manager, with a dotted line to our larger IT GRC team, ensuring cohesive and aligned efforts
Communicate GRC initiatives, progress, and outcomes to relevant stakeholders