Explore IT Risk Manager Jobs

IT Risk Managers help organizations identify, assess, and reduce risks tied to technology, information security, and business systems. They work across technical and business teams to strengthen controls, support compliance, and help protect critical data and services. Explore vetted IT Risk Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does an IT Risk Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but IT Risk Managers commonly assess technology and cybersecurity risks, maintain risk registers, evaluate internal controls, and recommend ways to address vulnerabilities. They may oversee audits, support incident and business continuity planning, and communicate risk exposure to executives, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for experience in IT risk management, information security, audit, or governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). Familiarity with frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT, or SOC reporting can be valuable. Strong analytical, communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills help professionals translate technical findings into practical business decisions. Some positions prefer relevant certifications, such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or CISM.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

IT Risk Managers work in industries where secure, reliable technology is essential, including financial services, healthcare, consulting, and technology. Career paths may lead to senior risk leadership, cybersecurity governance, enterprise risk, or chief information security roles. Compensation depends on experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility; Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

Find IT Risk Manager Roles on Ladders

Browse IT Risk Manager jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Review role requirements, compare employers, and explore openings in technology risk, cybersecurity, and compliance.

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$74K - $102K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale IT projects, ensuring successful delivery while collaborating with tech leads and stakeholders. Drive innovation and excellence in project management, balan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $207K *

Unlock potential by leading non-financial risk audits and assessments, mentoring teams, and enhancing process efficiencies. Collaborate with senior management in a dynamic environment to support strat...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational technology systems, ensuring performance, security, and reliability. Lead the deployment of OT solutions while aligning strategies with business g...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$103K - $197K *

Oversee IT change governance for cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring effective implementation and minimal operational impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security controls and i...

San Antonio, TXRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $197K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in IT change governance, overseeing cybersecurity initiatives and ensuring seamless implementation of security changes while collaborating across teams to enhance...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $155K *

Join us to lead IT audit teams in federal financial statement audits, evaluating technology risks and controls. Empower clients with your expertise in federal IT audit methodologies and project manage...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Optimize business development efforts by leading proposal lifecycle management and team coordination. Drive high-quality submissions while supporting strategic initiatives in IT Government contracting...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $222K *

Transform the future of dispute consulting by driving strategic engagements, optimizing operations, and enhancing client relationships within a dynamic payments landscape. Leverage analytics and exper...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $222K *

Lead the charge in optimizing dispute strategies within the payments ecosystem. Drive client engagement, develop innovative consulting offerings, and leverage analytics to enhance operational efficien...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead cybersecurity governance and risk management for critical U.S. Army systems. Oversee compliance, manage ATO processes, and mentor security teams to ensure adherence to DoD and NIST standards whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cybersecurity governance and risk management for U.S. Army systems. Lead RMF execution, manage ATO activities, and ensure compliance with DoD and NIST standards while mentoring security team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer cybersecurity needs into scalable solutions by partnering with sales teams. Lead discovery, develop architectures, and support opportunities from qualification to close, ensuring al...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Partner with us to drive cybersecurity solutions by engaging with clients, assessing their needs, and designing scalable architectures. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to ensure effective i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a trusted advisor in cybersecurity, collaborating with sales teams to identify customer needs, develop scalable solutions, and lead technical discussions, ensuring alignment between security...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer cybersecurity needs into scalable solutions by collaborating with sales teams and leading technical discussions. Leverage your expertise to design architectures, support presentatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with sales teams and clients to identify needs, develop architectures, and deliver tailored recommendations. Leverage your expertise to drive technical v...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to cybersecurity solutions by partnering with sales teams to assess customer needs, develop scalable architectures, and deliver technical presentations. Engage with stakeholders to ensure e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Champion cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with sales teams to assess customer needs, design scalable architectures, and deliver impactful presentations, ensuring alignment between technology a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance control frameworks, manage assessments, and ensure audit readiness while promot...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $141K *

Champion the development and execution of a comprehensive enterprise risk management strategy, focusing on risk assessment, incident response, business continuity, and corporate compliance while colla...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $117K *

Drive cybersecurity risk management initiatives, assessing threats and enhancing security controls. Collaborate with diverse teams to inform leadership decisions and strengthen the organization’s cybe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform enterprise technology strategy by leading IT teams and initiatives across ERP, eCommerce, and infrastructure. Drive modernization efforts, ensure compliance, and enhance service delivery whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

The Senior Manager in Technology Risk at EY will lead internal and external audit services while driving business development initiatives within the technology risk domain. This role involves enhancin...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security through vulnerability assessments and compliance tracking. Collaborate with experts to ensure systems meet DoD standards while advancing your c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering quality audit services while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage audits, and contribute your expertise to strengthen inte...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Risk Manager do?question toggle

    An IT Risk Manager identifies and evaluates risks involving technology, information security, systems, and data. They help develop controls and mitigation plans, monitor risk exposure, and communicate findings to business leaders and other stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are common for IT Risk Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles seek experience in IT risk, cybersecurity, audit, or GRC, along with knowledge of relevant frameworks and regulations. Employers may also value certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or CISM, though requirements vary.

  • What skills are important for an IT Risk Manager?question toggle

    Important skills include risk assessment, control evaluation, analytical thinking, clear communication, project management, and the ability to collaborate with technical teams and business leaders.

  • How much do IT Risk Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide details about compensation when available.

  • Where can IT Risk Managers work?question toggle

    IT Risk Managers work in a wide range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, consulting, government, and technology—anywhere organizations need to manage technology and information security risks.