Assistant Vice President I, Technology Risk and Controls - Infrastructure Services and Information Security Controls

Who we are

Corebridge Financial helps people make some of the most meaningful decisions they’re ever going to make. We help them plan and take action to protect the future they envision, and respond to some of life’s most difficult moments through the solutions and services we provide. We do this through our broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement, and institutional products, offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. We provide solutions for a brighter future through our client centered service, breadth of product expertise, deep distribution relationships, and outstanding team of hardworking and passionate employees.

About the role

As an Assistant Vice President I for the Technology Risk and Controls team, you will be responsible with contributing to the strategy and managing audit risk within the organization. This includes all activities related to external/internal audits (Sarbanes Oxley, SOC reports, etc.) and key transformation initiatives. In collaboration with the TRC team leads, this position will be responsible for effectively collaborating with key stakeholders across the enterprise and lines of defense to ensure risks are being managed effectively and efficiently. This includes integration of activities within the broader controls group as required. This role will help providing strategic risk guidance and maturation of key controls in the organization.

• Support internal and external audits including managing scope, quality of responses, and interactions for all IT controls matters.
• Oversee controls relating to the programs that are formally defined to address Internal Controls over Financial reporting (SOX), key transformation initiatives within the organization, and the SOC 2 program for our VALIC Retirement Services Company.
• Work with Technology teams to ensure adequate preparation for upcoming audits and exams.
• Provide insights to enhance key IT processes and controls environment to ensure that Corebridge is meeting all internal standards and external audit requirements.
• Support control issue remediation processes to ensure that the underlying risk to the organization is being managed.
• Effectively perform deficiency evaluation, understanding mitigating controls to determine risk aggregation.

Please note: The job can only be performed in the State location listed: Jersey City, NJ and Houston, TX,

What we are looking for

• 4+ years in IT governance and compliance, risk assessment, controls assurance, or audit management.
• Experience in issue management and remediation is required.
• Experience in managing compliance or auditing in SAP, SailPoint, and Cloud is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of information system components and related risks.
• Knowledge of industry practices, standards, and frameworks (i.e. COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO, etc.).
• Understanding of technology regulatory requirements in the US and/or regions represented.
• CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, or other relevant certification preferred.
• Organized self-starter with the ability to think critically.
• Function independently and multi-task in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (oral and written) with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly detail orientated.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in the banking, financial services, or insurance industry a plus but not required.

What our employees like most about working for Corebridge Financial

• We care about your professional development. Our career progression program will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills, strengthen your productivity and be eligible to progressively advance to positions with an increased responsibility and increased compensation. 
• Our “Giving Back” policy is at the core of our daily operations and guides our future progress. Don’t believe us?  We put our money where our mouth is! Corebridge Financial will give you up to 16 hours a year paid time off to volunteer in the community.
• Our people are our most important asset therefore we provide a generous benefits plan and competitive pay. Benefit package includes:

• Paid Time Off (Corebridge Financial recognizes the importance of work life balance). We offer 24 PTO days to start. YES, 24! 17 paid holidays per calendar year. 
• A 401(k) Retirement Plan which will be HARD TO BEAT. Our 401K - $1 for $1 match up to 6% with immediate vesting, plus Corebridge Financial automatically contributes an additional 3% into your 401K regardless of if you enroll or not.

For positions based in Jersey City, NJ the base salary range is $105,000 - $130,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we're proud to offer a range of competitive benefits.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and its policies and procedures reflect this commitment. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories such as sexual orientation. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with physical or mental disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.   Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Functional Area:

IT - Information Technology

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%

Relocation Provided: No

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