IT Risk Officer

About the Job

Location: Makati City

Corporate Title: Manager

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Our Information Technology team is looking for experienced professionals to join us in Makati City with the role of IT Risk Officer.

In this role, you will be the key player in keeping the Bank's technology safe by spotting and managing risks that meet internal and external compliance requirements. You will help create and follow through on risk remediation plans, and work with regulators and auditors during reviews and audits. You will also coordinate with the Risk Management Division to align IT processes with the Bank's operational risk standards.

Your dream. Our focus.

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is one of the largest universal banks in the Philippines, and is committed to continuously invest in people and in process, product, and service enhancements, and embrace new ideas to enhance the EastWest experience.

We empower our employees to drive their careers and are committed to provide the runway for them to grow. We value teamwork and individual initiative. Join us and be part of a highly engaged team, and a workplace that promotes development and goal attainment.

Whether you're just starting out, or already a seasoned professional, EastWest can help you unleash your potential, and bridge the gap between dream to success.

What the role will entail

• Manage IT operational, service delivery, and business resiliency risks through assessments and monitoring
• Conduct risk reviews for new applications and oversee third-party risk assessments
• Lead application risk assessments and ensure quality assurance in project delivery
• Maintain and monitor IT compliance requirements, controls, and training programs
• Coordinate vendor risk assessments and ensure regulatory compliance of third- and fourth-party vendors
• Maintain the IT Risk Register and report risk levels and control effectiveness to stakeholders

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Finance, or Business Management
• At least 4 years of experience in IT disciplines (e.g., Development, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Support, Service Management) or at least 5 years in business functions (e.g., Risk, Audit, Business Process, Governance), and at least 2 years in IT Risk Management within a financial or tech company
• Background in bank-specific training in Retail/Corporate Banking, Loans and Mortgage, Consumer Financing, Wealth Management, and Marketing is preferred
• Familiarity with Core Banking Systems (Current Account Savings Account, Loans, Credit Cards, Switch) is a valuable asset
• Direct exposure to EastWest Bank-specific systems, such as Temenos Transact (T24) and Narada, is an advantage
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, along with the ability to negotiate and analyze situations with a sharp financial lens

What you can expect from joining our team

• Career development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary package and benefits
• Performance-based incentives and recognition programs to reward high-performing individuals
• Opportunity to work with industry experts and be mentored by them
• Defined career progression paths to guide you in your professional growth