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Senior IT Risk, Control & Data Manager - CRO IT & Cyber
ABN AMRO
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Posted 4 days ago
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At a glance Help shape a credible, data-driven risk management function at ABN AMRO. In this senior role, you connect technology risk, cyber security, regulatory requirements and management information into one clear picture. You strengthen decision-making, support regulatory compliance and improve digital resilience across the bank. Your work influences senior stakeholders and helps ensure that critical services remain secure, stable and resilient in a rapidly changing environment. Your job You play a key role in professionalising risk management within CRO IT & Cyber. You bring structure to complex topics, translate regulations into practical requirements and create clear insights for decision-makers. By combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution, you strengthen risk oversight and support a resilient digital organisation. You also: * Design and improve risk governance, standards and working practices. * Lead regulatory risk assessments and review first-line evidence. * Analyse risk and control data to identify trends and challenge outcomes. * Create concise reports, board papers and presentation materials. * Advise senior stakeholders across the first line and Risk Management. Working environment You join the Risk, Control & Data team within CRO IT & Cyber, part of ABN AMRO's second line of defence. The team focuses on consistent risk practices, reliable reporting, strong governance and effective oversight across technology and cyber-related risk domains. You work closely with specialists in IT risk, cyber security, operational resilience, outsourcing risk and information security. Together, you help the bank meet regulatory expectations and strengthen its digital resilience. The environment combines analytical depth with collaboration and open dialogue. You interact regularly with senior stakeholders, challenge constructively and contribute to a function that continues to mature and evolve. For this role, you are based in the Netherlands. Your profile You enjoy bringing clarity to complex topics and connecting people around a common objective. You combine sound judgement with a practical mindset and know how to translate technical and regulatory subjects into clear actions. You communicate with confidence, build strong relationships and ask critical questions when needed. At the same time, you keep an eye on detail and evidence. You feel comfortable in an environment where frameworks and expectations continue to develop and where your expertise helps shape the future direction of the function. You bring: * A university degree, preferably in IT, Information Management or a related field. * At least 10 years of experience in IT risk, cyber risk, IT audit or a related discipline. * Experience interpreting and applying regulatory requirements such as DORA, the Cyber Resilience Act, Wwke and EBA outsourcing guidelines. * Knowledge of IT risk management, cyber security, governance and controls. * Experience reviewing control frameworks, risk assessments and remediation activities. * Professional certifications in IT risk, cyber security or audit (for example CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM or equivalent). * Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken. We are offering The Hay grade we will hire you in will depend on experience (11/12). We offer a permanent role in a newly created team with a clear strategic purpose. You will have the opportunity to contribute to an important area of risk management and help shape how our organisation manages technology, outsourcing and resilience risks. You will work on topics that are relevant, complex and visible. You will collaborate with colleagues across risk, technology, data, security and the business, and you will help build a practice that supports responsible innovation. We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing. In addition, we offer: * An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36‑hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget. * An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future. * Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you. * Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually. * Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work. * Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000. * An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use. You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our [Collective Labour Agreement (CLA)](https://www.werkenbijabnamro.nl/uploads/arbeidsvoorwaarden%20CAO%201%20juli%202024%20tot%201%20juli%202026_EN.pdf), which applies to this vacancy. Interested? If you need more information please contact Rob Havermans via e-mail Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future. *If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume.* Disclaimer external recruitment agencies External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. No unsolicited services or offers, please. Use of AI in our application process You’re welcome to use AI to help write your CV or cover letter, as long as it reflects your own story. We review every application personally and without AI. During interviews, real time AI tools may not be used. With your permission, interviews can be recorded and supported by AI. This helps us keep the process fair, careful, and transparent.