Description

This role will focus on automating control validation processes and streamlining business-as-usual tasks to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in scripting, Alteryx, Power Platform, and Power BI, as well as a solid understanding of IT risk challenges and objectives.

 Key Responsibilities: 1. Control Validation Automation: o Review and analyze existing control validation processes to identify opportunities for automation using tools such as Alteryx, Power Platform, and scripting languages. o Design, develop, and implement automated workflows and solutions to streamline control validations and improve accuracy. 2. Task Automation and Efficiency Improvement: o Assess business-as-usual tasks within the IT Risk department to identify repetitive processes suitable for automation. o Create and deploy automated solutions to enhance team productivity, enabling focus on strategic initiatives and higher-value tasks. 3. IT Risk Playbook Participation: o Collaborate with the IT Risk team to support the development and maintenance of IT risk playbooks, ensuring alignment with automated processes. o Contribute to the documentation and refinement of risk management procedures and controls. 4. Data Visualization and Reporting: o Utilize Power BI to create interactive dashboards and reports that provide insights into control validation metrics and automation performance. o Ensure that data visualizations are user-friendly and accessible to stakeholders for informed decision-making. 5. Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: o Work closely with IT Risk team members to gather requirements and understand challenges related to risk management and control validation. o Train and support team members on new automation tools and processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 6. Monitoring and Optimization: o Monitor the performance of automated processes and workflows to ensure effectiveness and reliability. o Continuously seek opportunities to refine and optimize existing automation solutions based on feedback and evolving business requirements.

 Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Risk Management, or a related field.

  Proven experience in process automation, with strong skills in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and tools such as Alteryx and Power Platform.  Familiarity with IT risk management concepts, frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001), and industry best practices.  Proficiency in data visualization using Power BI, with a strong understanding of best practices for reporting and dashboard design.  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on improving operational efficiency.  Strong communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications:  Experience in the financial services or investment banking sector is highly desirable.  Knowledge of developing and maintaining risk management playbooks is a plus.  Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Power Platform, PowerBI, Alteryx Designer Certification, CISA, CRISC) are advantageous

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Education

Any Graduate