Lead Technology Risk Manager
Overview:
Circle operates within the realm of financial technology, situated at the hub of the burgeoning internet of money, enabling the seamless global transmission of value akin to digital information. Through our cutting-edge internet layer, we unlock unprecedented potential for payments, trade, and markets, fostering global economic growth and inclusivity. Our infrastructure, featuring USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, empowers businesses, institutions, and developers to leverage these advancements and seize the pivotal juncture in the melding of finance and technology.
What to Expect:
At Circle, we prioritize transparency and consistency across our operations as we navigate through our expansion into prominent jurisdictions worldwide. Within our organization, emphasis is placed on speed, efficiency, and adherence to our core values: Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity. Being part of Circle means evolving in a dynamic remote environment, where collaboration and diversity fuel team accomplishments. We cultivate an adaptive workspace promoting innovation and ensuring every individual has a stake in our shared success.
Responsibilities:
Joining the Security and Technology Risk Management team, your role involves supporting the day-to-day functioning of Circle's Technology Risk Management initiative. Collaborating closely with primary Technology departments, you will identify, evaluate, prioritize, mitigate, and report on the organization's technological risks. The objective is to fortify Circle's resilience by proactively assessing and mitigating internal and external factors that could impact the achievement of our objectives. Tasks include policy administration, issue tracking, change management, risk appraisal, resiliency planning, technology platform oversight, third-party monitoring, and partnership facilitation.
Projects include:
- Collaborating with Technology teams and the Chief Technology Officer to drive Enterprise Risk Management programs such as issue management, policy enforcement, risk evaluation, third-party risk mitigation, and training.
- Challenging and overseeing technology practices to identify and mitigate risks, influence the technology strategy, and advance the program's execution.
- Assessing enterprise-level technology risks, supporting risk control establishment, and advising on risk management needs.
- Utilizing deep expertise in systems, data architecture, software development, IT operations, and technical controls to anticipate technological risks within the business.
- Leading risk assessments, monitoring technology risks in daily business operations, and managing technology-related issues.
- Providing ongoing risk management support, engaging proactively with Technology stakeholders in risk discussions, and advising on risk identification, mitigation strategies, and acceptance.
- Offering insights to help Technology evaluate current risk exposure, propose mitigation measures, and align with corporate risk objectives.
- Providing expertise on the Technology and Security Framework, delivering awareness on risk-related matters to employees and relevant third parties.
- Conducting periodic reviews, executive-level reporting, and recommending policy/tool updates to adapt to evolving environments.
- Collaborating with the ERM team to address Technology risks and their correlation with Security, Legal, Privacy, and other operational risks at Circle.
- Supporting the Security and Technology Specialized Risk Committee in monitoring the Technology Risk program's health and reporting risk monitoring results.
Cornerstones of Circle's Values:
- Multistakeholder: Show dedication and commitment towards customers, shareholders, employees, families, and local communities.
- Mindful: Display respect, active listening, and attention to detail in all interactions.
- Driven by Excellence: Commit to achieving top-tier customer success through relentless pursuit of excellence and intense goal orientation.
- High Integrity: Uphold open, honest communication and adhere strictly to moral and ethical standards.
Requirements:
- Possess 7+ years of experience in Technology risk management, with a preference for Security, in a financial services, payments, or technology setting.
- Acquainted with Enterprise Risk Management frameworks and quantitative risk frameworks (e.g., FAIR).
- Familiarity with blockchain and digital payments essential.
- Proficient in embedding risk culture within a rapidly growing business environment, particularly in technology or financial services.
- Mastery of Google Suite, Slack, and Apple MacOS; bachelor's degree in Technology, Risk Management, or Business preferred.
- Security certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISM) a plus.
Important Details:
- Day-one PERM sponsorship eligibility for qualified candidates.
- Compensation ranges account for factors like experience, skills, qualifications, and organizational needs. Variances may apply based on candidate locations.
- Base Pay Range: $130,000 - $170,000
- Annual Bonus Target: 15%
- Additional perks: Equity, comprehensive benefits, and a progressive vacation policy.
Circle is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusivity across the organization without discrimination. Our commitment to creating a fair financial future is underscored by our dedication to transparency in all facets of operations. Circle participates in the E-Verify Program at specific locations as mandated by law.