IT Risk Engineer

As an IT Risk Engineer at ING, your main responsibilities include leading risk sessions, conducting Business Impact Analysis, and reviewing operational security baselines. You'll also ensure quality checks on IT Risk Management evidence and maintain documentation for risk processes, making sure that teams have the latest guidelines and tools at their disposal.

To qualify for the IT Risk Engineer position at ING, you should have over 5 years of demonstrated experience in IT risk management, focusing on areas like change management and cyber security. Relevant IT risk certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.

As an IT Risk Engineer at ING, you'll work with various tools such as Amyna, SDT, and ITRMP. Proficiency in these tools, as well as a good understanding of risk management processes, will enhance your effectiveness in the role.

Strong social and communication skills are crucial for an IT Risk Engineer at ING. You will be required to collaborate with various teams and act as a sparring partner, providing advice and insights, so being fluent in English and able to communicate complex ideas clearly is essential.

The IT Risk Engineer at ING plays a significant role in creating and maintaining the Business Continuity Plan (BCP). By assessing risks and developing strategies, you will help ensure that the organization can effectively respond to and recover from potential disruptions.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your past experiences in handling IT risks, detailing the processes you followed and the outcomes you achieved. Highlight areas such as change management or operational resilience to showcase your breadth of knowledge.

In your response, describe the steps you take when conducting a risk assessment, from identifying assets and threats to analyzing vulnerabilities and determining the potential impact. You should also mention how you prioritize risks and communicate findings with relevant stakeholders.

Discuss various techniques such as implementing access controls, regular security audits, and user training programs. Explain how you tailor these techniques based on the specific risks faced by your organization.

Provide a specific scenario where you successfully influenced a team to follow security protocols, emphasizing your communication and negotiation skills. Highlight the methods you used, such as presenting data or real-world examples.

Share your approaches to staying informed, such as following cybersecurity news, participating in workshops, or engaging in professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning in this ever-evolving field.

Discuss the importance of clear communication in risk management, particularly in disseminating information about risks to non-technical stakeholders. Illustrate this with examples of how effective communication has led to better risk management practices.

Mention tools like Amyna or ITRMP that you have experience with for risk assessments. Describe how these tools improve efficiency and accuracy in your risk management processes.

Outline a strategy for addressing resistance, such as empathetic listening followed by education on the importance of risk management. Emphasize the value of collaborative efforts and involving team members in risk management discussions.

Explain the systematic approach you use when identifying new risks, including evaluating their impact, updating risk documentation, and communicating with relevant teams to enhance awareness and response efforts.

Describe your methods for ensuring long-term adherence to risk management processes, such as regular reviews, audits, and promoting a culture of risk awareness within the team or organization.