BankUnited ยท 1 month ago
Senior Technology Risk & Controls Analyst (Hybrid-Miami Lakes)
Miami Lakes, FL, 33016, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expBankUnited is a financial institution seeking a Senior Technology Risk & Controls Analyst to lead the Technology Risk Program for the first Line of Defense (1LOD). The role involves assessing technology risks, implementing controls, and collaborating with IT teams to ensure compliance and effective risk management practices.
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Responsibilities
Identifies and assess technology risks across processes, applications, and infrastructure. Conduct risk assessments and maintain accurate risk documentation (e.g., risk registers, RCSA)
Collaborates with technology teams to design and implement effective controls based on industry-recognized frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, and RMF. Perform control testing and review IT control effectiveness, supporting remediation of gaps
Serves as the primary liaison between IT (1LoD) and audit teams (Internal, External, SOX). Coordinate evidence collection, facilitate audit requests, and support issue owners in timely remediation. Track and report on open audit issues until closure
Analyzes and report results of control testing, risk assessments, and technology-related metrics (KPIs and KRIs). Present findings and recommendations to 1LoD and 2LoD management
Ensures adherence to internal policies and applicable regulations. Review and validate technology-related data transfers to external parties, ensuring secure and compliant processes
Promotes risk awareness across IT teams and act as a trusted advisor for technology risk-related decisions. Provide guidance and training on IT risk and control practices
Supports development and maintenance of IT risk policies, standards, and procedures. Apply frameworks such as NIST CSF and other best practices to strengthen IT governance
Partners with IT process owners, 2LoD, and other stakeholders to ensure timely implementation of controls and remediation actions
Provides support for the External Data Transfer process by tracking, reviewing, and validating data sent outside the Bank to ensure secure transmission and facilitate the timely closure of each request
Partners with IT Process Owners to identify continuous improvement opportunities with emphasis on risk mitigation
Explores application of AI in role to automate tasks or improve user experience
Adheres to and complies with applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to anti-money laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, US PATRIOT Act, etc.)
Adheres to Bank policies and procedures and completes required training
Identifies and reports suspicious activity
Qualification
Required
4-6 years of progressive experience in IT risk management, IT Audit, or cybersecurity and technology controls, with a strong background in risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and governance frameworks
In-depth knowledge of risk management and technology controls frameworks and standards, such as NIST, CIS, PCI-DSS
Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud security, and data protection practices
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to the financial industry
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform role with minimal supervision
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Certifications in technology, security, and auditing, such as CISSP, CCSP, CISA, or CRISC
Company
BankUnited
BankUnited, Inc. (BKU) is a bank holding company with three wholly owned subsidiaries:
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2011-02-02IPO
Leadership Team
Rajinder Singh
Chief Executive Officer
Mario Facella
Senior Vice President
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