Senior Manager - Technology and Information Security Internal Control

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Senior Manager, Technology & Information Security Internal Control

London or Ipswich

About AXA XL:

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is renowned for tackling complex risks. We provide innovative re/insurance solutions for mid-sized companies, multinationals, and inspirational individuals by leveraging a robust capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and exceptional talent. Our agile and inclusive workspace empowers us to deliver top-tier client service across all business lines, including property, casualty, professional, financial lines, and specialty.

Discover Your Opportunity:

Role Overview:

As the Senior Manager for Technology and Information Security Internal Control, you will lead a dynamic team within the AXA XL Divisional Risk Management, specifically in the Risk Governance & Control and Operational Risk department. You will oversee the IT IFRS Internal Financial Control (IFC) program and manage the Internal Control Framework for IT and Information Security-related processes across AXA XL worldwide. This role emphasizes adapting to changes in Digital Operational Resilience Regulations, such as DORA, and integrating (Artificial Intelligence) AI-related considerations, ensuring control measures are consistently reviewed and adopted.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the IT IFRS IFC framework, coordinating with AXA Group and external auditors, and spearhead projects impacting the IT IFRS IFC framework, including IFRS 17.

• Drive the maintenance and continuous enhancement of the IT, Information, Security and Data Management Internal Control Framework, incorporating new regulatory requirements (e.g., DORA) and AI-related topics.

• Ensure the definition, implementation, documentation, assessment, and monitoring of key IT, Information Security (IS), and Data related internal controls against material risks, making necessary enhancements to strengthen the control framework.

• Challenge the first line of defense to ensure IT, IS and Data controls are accurately formalized and regularly updated.

• Manage and lead teams to ensure effective delivery of independent testing of IT, Information Security, and Data controls, focusing on both design and operational effectiveness.

• Facilitate quarterly self-assessment for the first line of defense.

• Monitor IT, IS and Data controls for compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

• Oversee the definition and closure of action plans addressing IT IFC and other internal control related deficiencies.

• Foster ongoing coordination on IT, IS and Data control topics among the Internal Control team, local Risk Management teams, Information Risk Team, and relevant first-line stakeholders.

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Share Your Talent:

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in public accounting, large company IT, IS and Data Management audit, IT, IS and Data Management related risk consulting, or leading SOX program support/execution, preferably with Big 4 experience.

• Experience in managing teams and working in a matrix organization

• Professional certification such as CISSP, CISA, CIA, and/or CPA.

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.

• Experience interacting with senior management, Audit & Risk Committees, multiple stakeholders, External Auditors and Regulators.

• In-depth knowledge of IT, IS and Data Management Internal Control/IT Internal Financial Control frameworks, including audit and operational risks.

• Expertise in technology environments, information security, infrastructure, data management, and software development.

• Proven ability to design, implement, and operate an international entity-wide reporting process.

• Robust communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to provide independent opinions.

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

• Demonstrated reliability, quality, and timeliness in deliverables and presentations.

• Passion for working in an international and intercultural environment, fostering teamwork and collaboration.

• Robust organizational and management skills.

FIND your future

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business - property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com

Inclusion & Diversity

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity . AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability