About the Role
Leads risk analysis for complex initiatives within the Enterprise Data division, serving as the primary First-Line risk representative. This role influences the overarching risk framework, drives data-centric risk governance, and provides advanced guidance to leadership to support informed decision-making aligned with organizational imperatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic approaches for in-depth risk assessments across Enterprise Data.
- Create, maintain, and analyze detailed process maps to identify points of failure, operational inefficiencies, control gaps, and potential risks; translate findings into actionable remediation plans and new or enhanced controls.
- Apply audit-driven methodologies to evaluate Enterprise Data processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations, internal standards, and industry best practices.
- Leverage the DCAM framework to assess data management maturity, identify capability gaps, and guide the Enterprise Data organization toward stronger governance and compliance.
- Develop and execute sophisticated risk management frameworks and programs that align Enterprise Data practices with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Drive enforcement of risk and governance frameworks, providing expert guidance and continually assessing regulations, standards, and emerging risks.
- Act proactively as the first-line risk owner, independently identifying emerging risks, control weaknesses, and areas requiring improvement across Enterprise Data.
- Spearhead collaboration among cross-functional teams and senior/executive leadership, ensuring Enterprise Data practices align with broader business goals, regulatory requirements, and enterprise risk expectations.
- Coordinate preparation and response to regulatory engagements, including reviewing responses for accuracy, organizing documentation, and leading exam management activities.
- Encourage innovation in risk management strategies by identifying advanced methodologies to address evolving data-related risks and recommending implementation paths to Technology and Enterprise Data leadership.
- Provide advanced mentorship to mid-level analysts, fostering professional growth and ensuring a high standard of risk analysis and data governance expertise across the team.
- Contribute to the design and delivery of training programs to strengthen organizational knowledge of data risk management, data governance, and associated regulatory expectations.
- Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.
- Identify risk-related issues requiring escalation.
- Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
- Maintain internal control standards, including timely remediation of audit points and regulatory issues.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 11 years’ higher education and/or work experience.
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of Technology and/or Cybersecurity risk principles.
- Minimum of 6 years' relevant work experience in or with the specific Technology, Cybersecurity risk area and/or business unit.
- Ability to lead critical analysis of work and problem solve.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience partnering with leadership to design solutions aligned with business needs.
- Excellent ability to strategically seek critical information, and apply across a broad array of processes.
- Prior experience prioritizing across competing priorities and quickly changing landscape, and execute outcomes aligned with priorities.
- Experience effectively influencing peers and leaders.
- Ability to train and mentor peers.
Skills
- Process mapping
- Audit practices
- Data governance
- DCAM framework
- Risk management
- Cybersecurity risk
- Information Systems Control
- Information Systems Auditor
- Information Security Manager
- Information Systems Security Professional
Location
- Buffalo, New York, United States of America
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 7+ years relevant work experience
- 11+ years combined higher education and/or work experience (in lieu of degree)
- 6+ years relevant work experience in specific Technology/Cybersecurity risk area or business unit
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Law, Business Administration, or related field
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC®)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Salary/Compensations
- $123,600.00 - $206,000.00 Annual (USD)
About the Company
- M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees.
