Scotiabank

Senior Manager, Technology Risk & Control Self-Assessment

Scotiabank$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in technology risk management or a related field, preferably in a financial institution.
  • Hands-on experience with risk assessments and governance processes.
  • Industry certifications such as CISSP are desirable.
  • Advanced knowledge of regulatory rules and frameworks like OSFI, NIST, and COBIT is preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Risk Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of Technology Risk Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) across critical systems.
  • Facilitate risk identification and inherent risk assessments.
  • Conduct deep dive assessments for key technology domains.
  • Identify and drive remediation actions for control gaps and emerging risks.
  • Partner with First Line Technology teams for data gathering and validation of assessment outcomes.
  • Provide oversight and quality assurance to junior team members during RCSA execution.
  • Deliver clear reporting on RCSA progress and emerging risk themes to senior management.

Benefits

  • Flexible benefits programs focusing on holistic well-being.
  • Support for family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.
  • Encouragement for individuals to bring their best selves to work.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 267271

Salary Range: -

Please note that the Salary Range shown is a guideline only. Salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Purpose

Contributes to the overall success of the Technology, Risk and Control Self-Assessment program globally ensuring specific individual goals, plans, and initiatives are executed/delivered in support of the team's business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities are conducted in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

What You'll Do

The Senior Manager of Technology Risk & Control Assessments will play a critical role in the hands-on execution of the Risk and Control Self-Assessment program across Technology. Reporting to the Director of Technology RCSAs, this role will lead the operational delivery of RCSAs, working closely with team members and First Line partners to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality assessments. This role partners with technology leadership, risk management teams, and control owners to identify, assess, and mitigate technology risks while ensuring alignment with the bank's enterprise risk management framework, regulatory expectations, and industry standards. The Senior Manager will lead deep-dive technology risk assessments, evaluate the effectiveness of controls, challenge risk assessments from the first line of defense, and deliver risk insights to senior management and risk governance committees. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Lead end to end execution of Technology RCSA activities across critical systems, platforms, and critical business services.
• Own facilitation of risk identification, inherent risk assessment, control mapping, and residual risk determination for technology processes and services.
• Perform deep dive assessments to evaluate control design and operating effectiveness across key technology domains (e.g., access management, change management, resiliency, third party risk).
• Identify control gaps, emerging risks, and systemic issues, and drive clear remediation actions to reduce operational and cyber risk exposure.
• Partner closely with First Line Technology teams to gather risk and control data, validate assessment outcomes, and reinforce ownership of risks and controls.
• Provide oversight, coaching, and quality assurance to junior team members during RCSA execution.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of RCSA methodologies, tools, and procedures to enhance consistency, efficiency, and risk insight.
• Participate in technology risk governance forums and working groups, supporting effective escalation and decision making.
• Coordinate with Second and Third Line teams to support review, challenge, and alignment of RCSA outcomes.
• Track issues, action plans, and remediation activities resulting from RCSAs, incidents, and regulatory findings, and support sustainable closure.
• Deliver clear reporting on RCSA progress, key findings, and emerging risk themes, including concise summaries for senior management and governance committees.

What You'll Bring
• Hands-on experience executing risk assessments or similar governance processes.
• A minimum of 8+ years of experience in technology departments and/or risk management, preferably in a financial institution
• Industry certifications desirable (e.g. CISSP)
• Advanced knowledge of relevant regulatory rules (OSFI, FFIEC, NYDFS 500) and frameworks (NIST, COBIT) is preferred
• 8+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technology risk management, information security, or a related field, with a focus on risk assessment and control evaluation
• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management frameworks, and industry best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO, FFIEC, GDPR)
• Proficiency in data security, risk management & controls, security governance, and analytical thinking, with a track record of implementing effective risk mitigation strategies
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Risk Management, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of data analytics and data literacy

Interested?

If your experience is closely related but doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we do encourage you to apply - you might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Scotiabank!

What's in it for you?

Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work - and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well-being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

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Location(s): United States : Texas : Dallas

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

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Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

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Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

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Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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