Technology Risk Director

PNC Bank•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As Technology Risk Director within PNC's Technology Organization, you will be based in the Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Birmingham, Dallas, Denver or Phoenix area. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. Leads the technology risk discipline, driving the execution and continuous enhancement of the technology risk management framework across the Technology organization. Oversees identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of technology-related risks—including cybersecurity, data privacy, IT operations, and emerging technologies—ensuring alignment with business priorities, risk appetite, and regulatory expectations. Implements and operationalizes the technology risk strategy and governance structures, ensuring consistent adoption of policies, standards, and practices across technology functions while establishing clear accountability and effective oversight. Directs complex risk identification and assessment efforts, with a forward-looking focus on emerging technologies, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional risk exposures. Drives the design and adoption of mitigation strategies and control improvements. Acts as a senior advisor and thought leader to technology and business leadership, shaping technology risk posture, influencing strategic decision-making, and driving the timely escalation, prioritization, and resolution of material risks across the organization. Leads risk reporting, metrics, and analytics, delivering clear, actionable insights to senior leadership while fostering a strong risk-aware culture and strengthening organizational capability in managing technology risk.

Requirements

University / college degree and higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications.
Industry-relevant experience is typically 8+ years.
At least 5 years of prior management experience is typically required.
Proven leadership experience with a large scope of responsibility is required.
In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Excellent written communication and verbal presentation skills.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Industry Knowledge
Information Security Management
Internal Controls
IT Environment
Organizational Savvy and Politics
Planning and Organizing

Responsibilities

Ensuring adherence to PNC's Technology Risk strategy, Enterprise Risk Framework, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Developing and delivering risk reporting, key risk metrics, Technology Committee materials, and executive-level governance reporting. Improving the timeliness, quality, transparency, and effectiveness of executive risk reporting.
Overseeing compliance with technology risk requirements, monitoring risk metrics, and ensuring effective execution of controls and oversight activities.
Managing a team that includes Technology Risk Managers, Technology Risk Advisors, a Technology Risk Supervisor, and analytics resources.
Translating technology risk strategy into actionable plans, coordinating with business and technology stakeholders, and driving enterprise-wide risk and governance initiatives.
Leading talent discussions, development planning, succession activities, and employee growth initiatives within the Technology Risk organization.

Benefits

medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
dental and vision options
employee and spouse/child life insurance
short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
pension and stock purchase plans
dependent care reimbursement account
back-up child/elder care
adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
a robust wellness program with financial incentives
maternity and/or parental leave
up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.