Director, IT Risk and Compliance

Cook Systems

$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 10 years in IT and business, managing risk management, compliance, and audit teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory environments and risk management practices.
  • Understanding of regulations like Sarbanes-Oxley, Basel II, and HIPAA.
  • Experience in senior-level management in risk and compliance.
  • Skill to provide strategic direction and mentor junior management staff.
  • Accountability for IT functional or departmental results.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of IT risk and compliance strategies.
  • Develop and maintain policies, processes, and procedures for IT risk assessment and monitoring.
  • Collaborate with corporate compliance and auditing teams to design audit practices.
  • Direct cross-functional teams in reviewing and testing IT internal controls.
  • Facilitate risk assessments and identify prevalent risk themes.
  • Promote awareness and training on technology-related internal controls.
  • Monitor technology risk trends and recommend policy improvements to strengthen operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical plans with dental and vision coverage.
  • Life, critical illness, and accident insurance provided.
  • Flexible Spending Account options for health and dependent-care expenses.
  • Health Gap Insurance for unexpected costs.
  • 401(k) plan eligibility after six months for future savings.
Full Job Description
Summary: The IT Risk and Compliance Manager leads the development and maintenance of the IT risk and compliance management strategy. This role involves collaborating with corporate compliance, internal auditing, and various technical teams to implement audit, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance practices within IT. The manager guides cross-functional teams to ensure IT systems operate with adequate controls, while proactively promoting technology-related internal controls awareness and training.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and implementation of IT risk and compliance management strategies.
  • Develop and maintain policies, standards, processes, and procedures for IT risk assessment, monitoring, and remediation.
  • Collaborate with corporate compliance, internal auditing, and technical teams to design audit and compliance practices.
  • Direct cross-functional teams in reviewing and testing IT internal controls.
  • Facilitate risk assessments and identify risk themes.
  • Promote technology-related internal controls awareness and training across IT and business units.
  • Monitor and analyze technology risk trends and recommend IT policies to strengthen operations.
  • Advise IT and business executives on technology risk and compliance status and mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate IT components of internal and external audits, federal and state examinations.

Required skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • A minimum of 10 years of IT and business work experience, including managing teams responsible for risk management, compliance, and audit.
  • Detailed knowledge of industry regulatory environment and risk management practices.
  • Thorough understanding of regulations such as Sarbanes-Oxley, Basel II, and HIPAA.
  • Senior-level management experience in risk and compliance management.
  • Ability to provide strategic direction and mentor junior management staff.
  • Accountability for IT functional or departmental results.

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Why Work with Us

At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs-we build futures. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that deliver real security, flexibility, and growth from day one.
  • Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with dental and vision coverage included. With access to one of the nation's largest provider networks, you'll have quality care wherever life takes you.
  • Peace of Mind: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum-because your family's security matters.
  • Flexibility for Life: Plan ahead and save with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent-care expenses your way.
  • Extra Protection When You Need It: Our Health Gap Insurance through Sun Life helps cover unexpected costs, so you're never caught off guard.
  • Your Future Starts Now: Build your future with our 401(k) plan through The Standard. You're eligible after just six months-because long-term success deserves a strong foundation.

At Cook Systems, you're not just an employee-you're part of a team that values ideas, celebrates results, and grows together. Here, your impact is visible, your contributions are valued, and your career has room to thrive. Ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.

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