SVP Controls Risk Assessment and Validation Lead

The Controls Risk Assessment and Validation Lead is responsible for managing a book of work related to proactive controls testing, monitoring and investigations and executing formal risk governance routines within the Front Line/First Line of Defense. This team enables the internal identification, escalation and debate of thematic and localized control gaps, weaknesses and other risk concerns. This is a management position that will supervise a team of control officers supporting multiple business units. Responsibilities include: Perform internal control reviews in advance of 2nd/3rd line engagements Utilizing historical issue analysis and metrics to identify opportunities for additional investigation and testing opportunities Identifying thematic or specific control gaps and partnering to develop action plans to drive risk mitigation and remediation. Monitor, analyze and summarize policy changes and new control requirements Perform policy change impact assessments and determine adherence status and identify further actions Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior. Managing risk appetite metrics to monitor control performance and/or successful delivery of mitigating actions Building and managing a team of risk officers to support and oversee the testing program and identification of control gaps and issues Qualifications: 10+ experience in application governance and technology risk management 5+ years’ experience in financial services Excellent partnering and stakeholder management skills Effective organizational influencing skills Experience leading analytical teams; leading teams with broad accountability in a complex environment Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills Education: Bachelor's/University degree.