Director, Front Line Controls Officer – Technology (1098490)

Location: Stamford, CT

Salary: $140,000.00 USD Annually - $175,000.00 USD Annually

Description: Our client is currently seeking a Director, Front Line Controls Officer – Technology

Hybrid - Stamford, CT

About The Role

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Front Line Controls Officer to lead and enhance the technology and infrastructure control environment across the enterprise. This role will serve as a key risk partner to leadership in Project Management and Architecture, ensuring proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of technology risks. Areas of focus include Secure SDLC, Agile Delivery, and Project Governance.

ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy

• Provide oversight for a Technology Front Line Unit (FLU), aligning with enterprise risk objectives.
• Promote transparency and agility in control operations.
  
  

Controls Design & Inventory

• Design and maintain effective controls across Enterprise Architecture, SDLC, and project management.
• Build a comprehensive control inventory mapped to risks, regulations, and policies.
  
  

Proactive Risk Oversight

• Identify emerging risks and control gaps early.
• Lead root cause analysis and remediation planning.
• Analyze risk data to inform leadership decisions.
  
  

SDLC & DevSecOps Engagement

• Partner with Architecture and PMO to embed risk-informed practices across the development lifecycle.
• Advocate for secure CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, and modern patch management.
  
  

RCSA Program Management

• Lead execution and documentation of RCSA processes.
• Enhance program design to meet regulatory and internal standards.
  
  

Reporting & Communication

• Deliver executive-level reporting on risk trends and control effectiveness.
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Adapt risk and control strategies to evolving regulations and business needs.
  
  

Audit & Regulatory Coordination

• Support audits and examinations with accurate documentation.
• Act as liaison with regulators and internal audit teams.
  
  

Compliance Assurance

• Ensure alignment with applicable regulations and collaborate with compliance functions.
  
  

QualificationsEducation

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Risk Management, or related field preferred.
• Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CCSP, PMP) strongly preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 7 years in risk management, internal audit, or operational risk within financial services.
• Proven leadership in RCSA or similar control assessment programs.
  
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of risk frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, FFIEC), regulatory standards, and control methodologies.
• Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, and hybrid project management practices.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to translate technical risks into business language.
• Experience with regulatory bodies (e.g., OCC, FRB, SEC) preferred.
  
  

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