Controls Testing Lead, Cybersecurity

Our continued growth has brought us an exciting opportunity for a Controls Testing Lead, Cybersecurity to join one of our clients within our Technology Services Group . You will have the opportunity to collaborate, build and succeed as part of a team of high performing professionals, and the ability to share challenges and rewards that come from working with a dynamic group of entrepreneurial thinkers who come from diverse backgrounds and fields of specialty with a passion for growing businesses - both ours and our clients’. The successful candidate will orchestrate the IT and Cybersecurity testing strategies, leading a team to assess risks and enhance control measures, while advising senior management on technological vulnerabilities and improvements.

This strategic role demands significant risk management expertise and current knowledge of cybersecurity practices.

Finally, the successful candidate is ambitious, enthusiastic, and adaptable with the ability to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.

They are confident, ambitious and have the ability to wear multiple hats and adapt to changing needs and environments while working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation, and execution of control effectiveness testing strategies for technology and cybersecurity controls across the bank.

Develop methodologies and criteria for assessing the effectiveness of IT and cybersecurity controls, including automated systems, access controls, data protection measures, and incident response capabilities.

Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, compliance, and business units to identify key areas of technological risk and prioritize control testing activities accordingly.

Oversee a team of specialists in conducting rigorous testing of IT and Cyber controls, ensuring methodologies are applied consistently and findings are documented accurately.

Analyze testing outcomes to identify control weaknesses, gaps, and areas for improvement, providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

Coordinate with internal audit and external regulators to support audits and examinations related to technology and cybersecurity controls, facilitating the sharing of testing methodologies, findings, and remediation efforts.

Monitor changes in technology, cybersecurity trends, and regulatory requirements to continuously refine and update testing strategies and methodologies.

Develop and maintain a comprehensive reporting system to track control testing activities, outcomes, and trends over time, providing regular updates to senior management.

Contribute to the life and culture of Optimus SBR.

Qualifications Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.

Client-centric orientation with highly developed writing, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to produce quality materials for review with clients, and a proven ability to align stakeholders around common objectives and goals.

with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

work ethic and someone who is energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to developing their career.

individual with the ability to meet aggressive timelines.

management consulting experience preferred but not required.

Preferred Education: Professional designations such as CISA, CISSP or CRISC are highly desirable.