Information Security Consultant

Manulife is hiring an Information Security Consultant to lead Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSA) and Risk Governance across technology, data, and information/operational risk. Reporting to the Director, IRM, this first-line role oversees risk execution and control operations aligned to Manulife’s risk appetite, standards, and regulatory expectations. You will act as a trusted advisor to functional risk teams, centers of excellence, and senior technology/data leaders-driving effective control design, monitoring, issue remediation, and clear risk reporting to enable informed decisions and strong governance., * Perform internal control testing for RCSA, Informational, and Operational Risk and Resilience Oversight, regulatory, and audit activities

• Design and implement new controls; test design and operating effectiveness
• Coordinate research and responses for completeness, data analytics, compliance monitoring, internal reviews, regulatory requirements, and external audits
• Analyze processes and controls using data analytics to identify gaps, trends, and remediation needs
• Recommend system enhancements and operational improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen risk governance
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex operational and control-related issues
• Drive continuous improvement of business processes and controls
• Act as an internal SME for escalations, consulting, and problem-solving
• Provide governance over issue resolution and corrective actions
• Ensure integrity of processing and workflows through cross-department collaboration
• Maintain and manage the department’s procedures and documentation library, ensuring accuracy and currency

Do you have experience in Risk management compliance audits?, * 3-5 years of experience in Information Risk, Technology Risk, Cyber Risk, GRC, or Operational Risk.

• Experience performing independent L1B oversight or audit-style review activities.
• Strong understanding of technology, data, cloud, infrastructure, and operational resilience risks.
• Ability to evaluate complex risk scenarios.
• Experience with risk programs (RCSA, third-party risk, issues, incidents, BC/DR, change risk).
• Familiarity with GRC platforms such as Archer, ServiceNow, or Fusion.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and standards (ISO, NIST, COBIT, CSA/CCM, OSFI, etc.).
• Exposure to Generative AI, Agentic AI, automation tools, or continuous monitoring technologies.

3.93.9 out of 5 stars Chicago, IL Hybrid work $86,100 - $136,100 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays, * We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

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