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hackajob

Risk Manager

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Mclean, United states

Senior

Freelance

18-09-2025

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Skills

Communication Risk Management Strategic thinking Analytical Skills

Job Specifications

hackajob on-demand focuses on matching talented contractors like you with organisations seeking specific skills for their projects. We use our platform to connect you with exciting contract opportunities and discuss projects on behalf of the companies we partner with.

About the Job

As a Risk Manager you will lead a team on cybersecurity consulting engagements responsible for managing, controlling, and mitigating client's risk management strategies. You will be a part of, and leading, teams working in close collaboration with our clients to define the security strategy. You will work alongside industry leaders to gain insight and experience as the practice continues to expand.

What You'll Get to Do

Resource is expected to manage (as a leader & communicator) IT related risks related to Issue (project) management, to include action plan development, execution, and validation. Additional responsibilities could include RCSA (Risk and Control Self-Assessment) and other risk related activities. ITIL experience is desired.
Implement the Risk Management Frameworks that provides oversight and independent challenge to the first line through an effective and objective assessment.
Recommend enhancements to the business/technology processes and controls to improve effectiveness of technology & vendor risk management capabilities
Perform risk tracking, trending, analysis, and executive reporting
Provide strategic thinking on next levels of maturity in Technology & Vendor Risk management
Act as a cross functional partner in the deployment of our information security program within the Americas platform
Lead process improvements and solution discussions and present outcomes in written and verbal format to senior management.

What You'll Bring with You

10 years' experience specifically in Risk Management
Resource is expected to manage (as a leader & communicator) IT related risks related to Issue (project) management, to include action plan development, execution, and validation
Additional responsibilities could include RCSA (Risk and Control Self-Assessment) and other risk related activities. ITIL experience is desired.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
Demonstrated ability to drive projects
Strong verbal and written communication as well as interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively handle a fast-paced environment and successfully meet established deadlines
Strong analytical skills and advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) capabilities
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Risk Management (or equivalent professional qualification), Master's Degree desirable

About the Company

We’re revolutionising tech hiring with hackajob intelligence - The AI-assisted hiring platform connecting leading tech employers with top talent, globally. Leveraging our unique large language model built from millions of platform data points, companies match with high-intent job seekers based on context and experience, not just keywords. Candidates privately explore highly relevant job offers by accepting or declining their interview requests - 90% respond within 24 hours. Powerful industry benchmarking, brand sentiment, ... Know more