IT Risk Tech Lead (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office)

rol testing and Quality Assurance, data analytics, identifying process improvement opportunities and providing risk advisory support for EO&T. As part of the First Line of Defense the candidate will work closely with risk partners in the Second and Third Line of Defense.

Our Impact:

We provide strong operational risk management knowledge and advice to EO&T and optimally manage risk in line with the 2nd Line of Defense, policies and standards with the targeted use of innovative strategies and techniques.

Your Impact:

• Work independently or as part of a risk management team and ensure work is completed on time and in keeping with professional standards.

• Perform and document work such as procedure development, walkthroughs and controls testing in accordance with the risk management standards.

• Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to our industry.

• Leverage data analytics and automation knowledge to enhance current processes around issue management and risk management.

• Consult with internal teams on areas of risk related to common infrastructure (e.g. network, UNIX, databases) and information security (e.g. governance, security monitoring, threat and vulnerability).

• Identify and use data sources to drive analytical insights into Freddie Mac's technology infrastructure.

• Support control testing team with hands-on testing

• Maintain technical knowledge through ongoing research and review of industry publications.

• Contribute to team knowledge by leading teamwide training and knowledge shares

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 years working experience. Experience must include a minimum of 4 years in Information & Technology or Information Security.

• Relevant degree in Management Information Systems, Business Administration with an emphasis in Technology, Computer Science, Accounting Information Systems or related discipline

• Implementation experience or compliance review experience of industry standards to include COBIT, NIST, ISO, or ITIL

• Platform, middleware, and application audit experience to include experience with the various levels of the OSI model and technologies including Windows, Unix, and Oracle.

• Basic knowledge of cloud-based tools, applications and vendors such as AWS, Azure, or Google.

• Deep knowledge of NIST, SDLC, COBIT, ITIL, ISO, IT General Controls preferred

• Preferred CISA, CISSP, GLEG, GIAC, CISM

Keys to Success in this Role:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment as well as individually

• Effective and concise verbal and written communication

Top 3 Personal Competencies to Possess

• Drive for Execution: Be accountable for strong individual and team performance

• Partnership: Build trust and strong partnerships through my own and my team's actions

• Growth and Development: Know or learn what is needed to deliver results and successfully compete

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

CA Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Time-type:Full time

FLSA Status:Exempt

Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $142,000 - $212,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.