IT Risk Management Specialist
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Job description
An IT Risk Management Specialist is typically responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating IT and information security risks within an organization to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to protect technology assets., Execute IT risk and information security assessments across various IT areas and assets.
Advise on and implement risk mitigation actions to reduce vulnerabilities.
Maintain and develop IT and information security policies and frameworks.
Collaborate with technical teams to understand changes in the technology landscape and guide risk mitigation strategies.
Work closely with compliance, privacy, and regulatory teams to align with legal and industry standards.
Act as a subject matter expert for security and IT risk regulatory requirements, including engagement with external auditors and regulators.
Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability in IT risk management.
Own risk oversight responsibilities for specific IT risk domains or projects.
Requirements
Minimum 2+ years experience in IT risk management or related roles (e.g., second line risk, technology risk consulting).
Good understanding of IT governance, risk, and compliance frameworks and industry regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, DORA).
Ability to communicate complex risk topics effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience engaging with regulators and managing risk in regulated industries (financial services, payments).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Familiarity with data governance frameworks is a plus.
Benefits & conditions
Benefits (typical for such roles in Amsterdam and similar markets):
Competitive salary.
Comprehensive health insurance and pension plans.
Flexible or hybrid work arrangements, with emphasis on in-person collaboration.
Opportunities to work in global and innovative tech-driven environments.
Professional development support and industry certifications sponsorship.
Varied roles in diverse multinational companies and fintech firms.
Join our growing team!
Soort dienstverband: Fulltime, Parttime, Vaste baan
Salaris: €72.000,00 - €92.000,00 per jaar
Verwacht aantal uur: 40 per week
