Technology and Cyber Risk Manager

ABOUT US

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a commitment to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge, and a worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk, and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services and our open-access model, we provide the flexibility, stability, and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. LSEG employs 25,000 people globally.

You will be joining the London Clearing House (LCH), the French subsidiary of LSEG based in Paris with over 250 internal staff. LCH is a critical infrastructure for the Financial Market recognized as a leading international clearing house.

Risk Management at LCH

LCH's world-class risk management framework provides the financial markets with exceptional levels of protection. Both the soundness of its risk management approach and the resilience of its systems have been proven in recent times. As demand for robust clearing services continues to grow, LCH is committed to setting and maintaining the highest standards in a manner which is prudent, aligned with the Board's risk appetite, supporting the company's development initiatives, and consistent with its regulatory status and responsibilities.

OUR TEAM

The Technology and Cyber Risk Team is the second line of defence for Technology and Cyber within the Risk Department of LCH. Its main objectives are to:

1. Define and maintain a comprehensive policy framework.
2. Define and implement a permanent control framework embedded in the internal governance.
3. Support business transformation projects with in-depth analysis to ensure that IT and Cyber risks are adequately identified and mitigated.
4. Monitor and assess IT services provided by the main outsourcers of LCH SA.
5. Ensure IT and Cyber Disaster Recovery Plans and strategies are adequately defined and regularly tested to minimize the recovery time from IT and Cyber incidents.
6. Provide an independent opinion to the executive management and board members on IT and Cyber Risk.

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team in charge of overseeing IT and cyber risk. You will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of topics allowing you to develop your skills and have an impact on the cyber risk profile of the company.

YOUR ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Technology and Cyber Risk Manager, you will focus on the below key themes:

• Steer the annual review of the ICT Policies (Technology Risk, Cyber Risk, Business Continuity Risk, 3rd Party Risk, ...) to ensure they are aligned with emerging risks, regulations, and market best practices.
• In coordination with First Line teams, monitor and assess IT services provided by the main outsourcers of LCH SA.
• Perform in-depth analysis of the main transformation projects of LCH SA to ensure risks are adequately identified. Provide your expert opinion for better risk mitigation.
• In coordination with First Line teams, monitor and enhance the permanent control framework. Perform second line checks and challenges on the controls performed by the First Line.
• Perform deep dives on technology topics whenever a key risk or an emerging risk is identified or upon request of senior management.
• Provide independent opinions on the IT and Cyber Disaster Recovery Plans and tests.
• Provide expertise on relevant regulations (DORA, NIS, ECB, ...) and ensure that LCH SA is compliant with their requirements.

Participate in internal, external, and regulatory audits on technology and cyber risk. Provide your independent expert opinion on the closure of recommendations issued by regulators.

• Regular interaction with the COO, CTO, CISO, and their teams to coordinate IT and Cyber risk analysis.

Actively participate in adequate internal committees to provide your expertise and independent opinion to the executive management.

• Define and monitor relevant Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and provide risk opinions to relevant Risk reports (Resilience MI, ERM Report, Technology Risk MI, Post Trade Report, etc.).
• Participate in LSEG and LCH workstreams related to Technology perimeters. Share regular updates with the Risk team and raise any blocking points or key concerns.

SKILLS / EXPERIENCES

• Between 5 to 10 years of experience in a Technology/Cyber Risk Management environment, preferably in the financial sector.
• Thorough background knowledge and work experience of IT risk and control frameworks.
• Good knowledge in IT (infrastructure, Application, Cloud) and Information Security.
• Good knowledge of technology standards (NIST and ISO).
• Certification: CISA, CRISK, CGEIT, CISM, CISSP, OSCP or similar.
• Good knowledge of technology regulations applicable to financial institutions (DORA, NIS, ECB, ...).
• Ability to analyze data and to challenge the design and effectiveness of controls.
• Ability to drive and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, very good attention to detail, synthetic and rigorous.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Be a great teammate.
• Self-starter with a positive work attitude.

OUR PEOPLE

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change shape how we think, how we do things, and how we help our people fulfill their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfill their potential.

We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organization spanning 65 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity, and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop, and fulfill your potential with meaningful careers.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies, and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision-making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organization of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we aim to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling the growth of the green economy, and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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