Risk & Control Management Expert

Division: CISO

Euroclear, a global critical financial market infrastructure company, places strong emphasis on IT Risk Management and Security. These aspects are deeply coordinated into the company’s management systems and processes.

Within the Cyber Information Security Office Division, the Regulatory Watch, Policies, and Controls team plays a pivotal role in defining and implementing the policy and control framework. Their focus is on addressing key IT and Security risks while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and external requirements applicable to the Technology organization of the group.

Role

This role focuses on managing the control framework, encompassing critical IT and security domains such as Asset Management, Operations Management, Backup and Restore, Identity & Access Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Monitoring, Incident Management, Platform, Network, and Application Security.

The Euroclear control framework aligns with industry standards including IT COBIT, ISO 27001/2, and CIS. It is currently being implemented in the ServiceNow GRC platform. As part of this role, you will actively contribute to defining and implementing controls (change) and managing them as they transition to live operation for continuous monitoring and improvement (run).

Your responsibilities include designing and rolling out effective controls to address key risks and regulatory requirements across all IT and security domains. By promoting and implementing controls, you will improve the risk culture and control maturity within the IT organization. You'll collaborate closely with process owners, control owners, and performers across IT divisions and locations. Additionally, you'll engage with second and third lines of defense, including Risk Management and Internal Audit.

A strong risk attitude, relationship-building skills, and a desire to drive IT and Security Risk transformation are essential for success in this role. Proficiency in both oral and written communication, as well as influencing, are key proficiencies.

Qualifications, professional skills and experience

• University Master’s degree or equivalent experience (education in computer science, engineering, or cybersecurity is a plus).
• 7+ years of field experience in the risk and control environment, preferably in the area of controls design and implementation within large or enterprise multi-platform-based IT environments.
• Good knowledge of the key principles of Information Security Management Systems and various Technology Domains.
• Certifications in security, such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC, provide a key advantage.
• A proven understanding and experience with ServiceNow GRC or an equivalent solution is a strong asset.
• Proficient proficiency in English (verbal, writing, and presentation).

Soft skills

• You have a strong risk and control mindset; you are thorough and strive for high quality in your work.
• You have good communication skills, whether on the field, in the team or with management: you are a great teammate and coordinate work amongst people from different areas or divisions. A good relationship builder with diplomacy skills
• You are a highly motivated self-starter and you can work proactively in an environment with challenging priorities
• You have the ability to challenge and influence other IT and Security authorities. You acquire approval of others with good arguments, appropriate influencing methods and personal assertiveness (persuasion), constructively challenging and negotiating at levels up to upper management.
• You are able to act as SME in the field and share experience with other Team members.

ABOUT US

Why join us

Embark on your new adventure at Euroclear, and work at the heart of the global capital markets. We connect over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, we contribute to the stability of the financial markets. We help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, we have the clear ambition to use our key role to facilitate and accelerate a sustainable global financial system. 

WHAT WE OFFER:

- Work closely with inspiring, supportive and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries.

- Practice your talents in a highly professional international environment.

- Join a learning and development environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training.

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

NEW WAYS OF WORKING

Find your own optimal balance within our hybrid working model, where you can connect at the office and also benefit from remote working. 

GREAT PLACE TO WORK FOR ALL

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and strives to be a Great Place to Work for All. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, ...). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process.