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Data Risk Manager

AT DTCC
DTCC

Data Risk Manager

Jersey City, NJ

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive.
  • Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location.
  • Pension / Retirement benefits.
  • Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  • DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

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The impact you will have in this role:

Being a member of the Data Risk Management (DRM) team, the DRM Associate Director will be responsible for overseeing the DRM Validation function, which is a second line of defense process to test adherence to the DTCC Data Risk Management Standards. The Aligned Data Risk Management team reviews and tests design and operating effectiveness of controls implemented by the first line of defense to mitigate inherent data risks at DTCC. The team conducts Quarterly Business Monitoring meetings with each Information Domain and respective Data Stewardship team to identify data risk trends, new material data risks, or control breakdowns that may be indicative of changes to the data control environment. The team also serves as the primary liaison between the first line of defense and Data Risk Management, providing advice and guidance to Data Stewardship teams as it pertains to the management of data risk.

Your Primary Responsibilities:
  • Lead the Aligned Data Risk Management team and all aspects of the DRM Validation function
  • Validate and monitor residual data risk resulting from inherent risk mitigated by preventative and detective data controls
  • Identify, document and report observations and findings due to non-compliance with the DTCC Data Risk Management Standards, and track remediation through to closure
  • Provide strategic and proactive consultation in identifying data risk exposures and developing mitigation plans
  • Provide advice, guidance, and support to the first line of defense to understand and align with the DTCC Data Risk Management Standards
  • Review and approve Data Risk Management deliverables from the first line of defense
  • Document the process used to validate the controls that mitigate inherent data risk
  • Partner with the Data Risk Management members and stakeholders to enhance data risk management practices, processes, and procedures
  • Collaborate and work with other control functions in support of managing data risk, as described in the Data Risk Management Framework
  • Participate in the Data Risk Working Group
  • Conduct Data Risk Quarterly Business Monitoring of Information Domains to detect early warning signals of increased data risk exposure
  • Partner with industry leaders and associations to define data management practices

NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 8 years of related experience
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred) or equivalent experience


Talents Needed for Success:
  • Familiarity with banking, financial institutions, financial instruments, and capital markets
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience applying fundamental data management practices using tools such as Collibra for data governance / metadata management, and Informatica for data quality
  • Proven data and digital literacy and understanding of and experience with basic technical concepts, including technical data lineage
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Highlights the expected benefits of new actions and strategies to help others overcome fears of change
  • Foster a culture where honesty and transparency are expected
  • Proactively seeks feedback from others on self-performance
  • Ensure that regular feedback is given in a constructive and behaviorally oriented manner
  • Support an environment where individuals are respected for their contributions


The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Client-provided location(s): Jersey City, NJ, USA
Job ID: DTCC-210691
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Pension
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training