Third-Party Security & AI Specialist

Saxo Bank•Headquarters, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to take the next step in your career? We might have just the opportunity for you! As we continue to strengthen our team, we are looking for a dedicated professional to join Saxo as a Third-Party Risk & Artificial Intelligence Systems Specialist - a pivotal role within our Technology & Security Foundation. Our Technology & Security Foundation consists of several teams, with over 150 colleagues, where our mission is to safeguard our clients and Saxo from cyber threats and data breaches, ensuring compliance with overarching regulations. You will be instrumental in safeguarding and scaling the operational resilience and ensuring that our third-party landscape meets the highest standards of security, compliance and risk management. Furthermore, you will support adopting and scaling artificial intelligence implementation across key processes. You will be at the intersection of technology, governance, and stakeholder collaboration, contributing both to daily operational tasks and to shaping new strategic initiatives. The role will be based in Saxo HQ in Denmark, Copenhagen.

Requirements

Interest and foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and governance.
Demonstrated understanding of risk management principles, information security, and regulatory frameworks.
Applicable knowledge of secure development, cloud technologies or data governance concepts.
Skills in ServiceNow or similar platforms – usability, enhancements, optimization.
University degree (at minimum BSc, preferably MSc in Cybersecurity, IT, Law or related).
Communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and deliver under tight deadlines.
Fact-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

Practical experience in implementing AI driven solutions is appreciated.
Experience with vendor risk assessment, third-party risk management or related compliance domains is appreciated.

Responsibilities

Vendor Onboarding, Risk & Security Support third-party onboarding processes, including criticality tiering, risk evaluation and documentation validation (e.g. security and compliance assessments, data protection, privacy, cybersecurity, AML).
Assess and ensure compliance with key regulatory frameworks (e.g. DORA, GDPR).
Enhance oversight of third-party controls, performance and remediations.
Use ServiceNow (or similar systems) to manage vendor assessments, workflows, records and tracking.
Apply and grow your knowledge in AI technologies & responsible AI principles to identifying opportunities, risks and requirements for AI-related vendor services.
Evaluate, propose and introducing AI driven optimizations across internal processes and systems.
Contribute to shaping internal guidelines on AI procurement, controls and risk assessment.
Lead and support cross-functional initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, automation and maturity of third-party processes.
Take ownership of new projects, particularly involving AI, process digitalization or regulatory adjustments.
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve data quality, and strengthen controls.
Build and maintain strong relationships across internal networks, including Service Owners, Procurement, Legal, Security & Data, Risk Champions and other units.
Act as a trusted advisor, providing clarity, structure, and fact-based insights to stakeholders at all levels.
Support driving alignment and actions to ensure consistent communication and risk mitigation throughout the third-party lifecycle.