ICT Risk Lead

As an ICT Risk Lead at Admirals, your main responsibilities include developing and maintaining an ICT risk management framework, conducting regular risk assessments, designing ICT risk controls, overseeing incident response simulations, and managing third-party risk assessments. You'll work closely with various teams to ensure a robust risk management strategy is in place, contributing significantly to business continuity and resilience.

Candidates for the ICT Risk Lead role at Admirals should possess over 3 years of experience in ICT risk management, cybersecurity, or operational risk, preferably within the financial sector. Strong knowledge of ICT risk frameworks like ISO 27001, familiarity with EU DORA requirements, and experience with cyber risk assessments and IT controls are also essential for success in this role.

At Admirals, we believe in investing in our employees. As an ICT Risk Lead, you'd benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities designed to enhance your skills and support your career advancement. We foster a collaborative environment where learning and growth are encouraged, helping you excel in your role.

The ICT Risk Lead position at Admirals stands out due to our innovative approach to risk management within a rapidly evolving FinTech environment. You'll have the chance to influence our ICT risk governance and work with a diverse and supportive team that prioritizes collaboration and transparency. Additionally, your work will directly impact our ability to maintain operational continuity and security.

Third-party risk management is vital for the ICT Risk Lead role at Admirals, as it involves assessing and monitoring risks associated with outsourced service providers, such as cloud platforms and technology partners. By defining risk assessment criteria, you ensure compliance with outsourcing requirements and manage potential vulnerabilities that could impact our operations and reputation.

In your answer, elaborate on specific ICT risk management frameworks you've worked with, such as ISO 27001 or NIST. Discuss how these frameworks have guided your approach to identifying and mitigating risks, as well as any successful projects you've led that align with these methodologies.

Mention some industry publications, online resources, and professional networks that you follow to stay current. Emphasize any relevant certifications or training you've pursued to enhance your knowledge, and share examples of how this ongoing education has informed your approach to risk management.

Discuss specific incident response strategies you've developed or implemented in previous roles. Highlight your experience conducting incident simulations, the importance of timely communication, and how these strategies have improved response efficiency and preparedness in your organization.

Explain your approach to risk prioritization, focusing on both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Describe any frameworks or tools you use to assess risk likelihood and impact, along with examples of how you’ve communicated these priorities to stakeholders.

Share any experience you have in developing and delivering risk awareness training, specifying the audience you've trained. Highlight the topics covered, your training methods, and any feedback or outcomes that demonstrate the effectiveness of your training sessions.

Provide a detailed account of an ICT risk event you've managed, discussing the risk analysis process, your action plan, and the outcome. Emphasize how you navigated the challenges and what lessons you learned that influenced your approach to future risk management.

Discuss your familiarity with specific international regulations like GDPR or DORA that govern ICT risks. Explain your strategies for ensuring compliance, such as regular audits, monitoring, and continuous staff training to make sure their knowledge and actions align with these regulations.

Share your insights on the importance of communication in risk management. Talk about your experience with engaging stakeholders at different levels, translating complex risk data into understandable formats, and fostering a culture of risk awareness within the organization.

Illustrate your collaborative approach by discussing specific projects where you worked with IT, compliance, and business teams. Highlight how you ensured that all departments were aligned on risk management goals and shared valuable insights that led to comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.

Share examples of innovative ICT risk controls you've implemented, explaining the rationale behind them and the expected outcomes. Discuss how these controls enhanced risk mitigation efforts, improved security posture, or contributed to business resilience.