Lead, Cyber Sec IT Risk Management

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Roles and Responsibilities:

This role will be responsible for driving automation initiatives to assess and monitor third-party risk posture, secured integration of tools, streamline processes, and deliver actionable insights through advanced reporting and dashboards. This role requires expertise in Microsoft Power Platform, Python scripting, and AI-driven solutions to enhance business processes and decision-making.

Key responsibilities:

Automation & AI Solutions:

• Design and implement intelligent automation workflows using Power Apps, Power Automate, MS Copilot, and Power BI.
• Integrate Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and third-party SaaS platforms via APIs and custom connectors.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Copilot and AI-driven tools for automating third-party risk management workflows, generating risk reports, cyber incident response and simplifying documentation tasks.

Data & Reporting:

• Build interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI, DAX, and Power Query.
• Hands-on experience in Azure Synapse for data integration and analytics.
• Define and track KPIs, KRIs, and KCIs for vendor risk management.
• Ensure seamless data integration with Dataverse and apply SQL/data modeling principles.

Risk Assessment & Compliance:

• Demonstrate knowledge of cybersecurity domains (e.g., governance, access control, vulnerability management, cloud security, AI & model risk).
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC2) and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Engage with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and translate requirements into solutions.
• Present executive-level dashboards and insights to senior leadership.
• Mentor team members on automation, reporting, and issue management processes.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong expertise in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI), Azure Synapse, SQL and Python scripting.
• Proficiency in leveraging Microsoft Copilot and AI-driven tools
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk frameworks, and regulatory standards.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, foster collaboration, and drive continuous improvement.

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline and at least nine or more years of experience in the field of automation, analytics and Technology Security. Certifications such as Microsoft Power Platform (PL-200, PL-300, PL-400, PL-600) and Python-related certifications (e.g., PCEP, PCAP) are preferred and will be considered a plus.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater

Reasonable accommodation

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We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

About Our Pune Office

The Northern Trust Pune office, established in 2016, is now home to over 3,000 employees. The office handles various functions, including Operations for Asset Servicing and Wealth Management, as well as delivering critical technology solutions that support business operations across the globe.

Our Pune team takes our commitment to service to heart. In 2024, they volunteered more than 10,000+ hours into the communities where they live and work. Learn more.