VP/SVP -Tech & Cyber Risk Management (listed financial institution)

Lico Resources, a specialist in Cybersecurity & Tech GRC recruitment, is partnering with a prominent financial services group recognized for its commitment to market integrity and technological innovation. The organisation is dedicated to robust risk management frameworks that protect its systems and services in an evolving threat landscape.

They are now seeking an experienced Senior Technology & Cyber Risk specialist to join their team in Singapore. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and strengthen the technology risk management landscape across a complex and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about building trust, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving strategic cyber resilience, this role will provide a rewarding platform for growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and lead the enterprise-wide technology and cyber risk management framework, ensuring comprehensive identification, assessment, and mitigation of emerging threats

Oversee governance and assurance processes related to technology risk, including change management, new technology deployments, and major transformation projects

Collaborate closely with first-line technology teams to challenge and support risk assessments, maintaining robust controls and driving continuous improvement

Maintain awareness of technological advancements and evolving risks, advising the organisation on appropriate responses and safeguards

Establish effective subsidiary technology risk oversight as part of an integrated group-wide framework

Develop and maintain technology and cyber risk appetite statements, key risk indicators, and thresholds to support proactive risk monitoring

Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices across jurisdictions, including technology and cyber risk frameworks

Partner with technology control functions to design, enforce, and update guidelines, policies, and standard operating procedures

Provide timely and transparent reporting to executive management, risk committees, auditors, and regulators on key risk themes, incidents, and remediation progress

Drive continuous improvement through stress-testing scenarios, alert monitoring, and incident follow-ups to ensure timely resolution of issues

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology and cyber risk team, embedding a strong risk culture across the organization

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Risk Management, or a related discipline

Proven track record in technology risk management, cybersecurity, IT audit, or related fields within financial services

In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, technology operations, and related regulatory requirements

Familiarity with guidelines such as the Technology Risk Management Guidelines, CCoP2, Business Continuity Management, and Outsourcing frameworks

Experience with risk management frameworks and standards including NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT, and ITIL

Strong relationship management, stakeholder engagement, and advisory skills to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior executives and board members

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences

Demonstrated leadership capabilities in building and managing high-performing teams

Resilience and composure in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

If you are passionate about enhancing technology risk management in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply. Please send your updated resume to nicole@licoresources.com, quoting reference number A18445. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Job Reference No: A18445

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