Information Technology Risk Management Tech Lead (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office)

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you’ll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.

Position Overview :

The EO&T RM team is part of the EO&T Division and provides risk management over EO&T at Freddie Mac!

The Tech Lead will be part of this team and focus on performing in-depth technical reviews, quality assurance 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 :

Staff members on the EO&T Risk Management team are highly skilled risk management, and / or technology professionals with a demonstrable ability to provide beneficial risk management and advisory services to Freddie Mac.

We play a meaningful role in crafting Freddie Mac’s approach to managing Information & Technology risk by providing independent, objective, and valuable assurance of risk management, automation, governance, and controls!

Your Impact : Project Execution -

Project Execution -

Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of ingenuity and creativity.

Acts as counselor to top management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications.

Responsible for providing oversight of Information Technology and Business Resiliency Risk associated with all operating activities of Freddie Mac.

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).

Exerts considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment and serves as the organization spokesperson on specialized projects or programs in accordance with the risk management standards.

Using data analytics and automation knowledge to improve current processes around issue management and risk management.

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 and walk-throughs in accordance with the risk management standards.

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

Technical Testing

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

Support in depth technical data review and testing as required.

Knowledge Management

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

Contribute to team knowledge by leading team wide training and knowledge shares

Run and improve EO&T RM’s technology lab to explore new tools / technologies and facilitate the team’s training.

Qualifications :

Minimum of 8-10 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, Information Systems or related field Implementation experience or compliance review experience of industry standards to include COBIT, NIST, ISO, or ITIL

Familiar with Information security processes and functions, such as vulnerability management, penetration testing CSOC, incident response and operation resiliency

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

Preferred Skills :

Experience and understanding of security technologies and tools

Ability to communicate sophisticated analyses tailored to a variety of audiences with varying levels of technical understanding

Experience working in agile environments.

Keys to Success in this Role :

Must work well in teammate environment as well as individually

Must work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

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.