As a Technology Risk Advisor, you will play a key role in strengthening independent (second-line) risk oversight for our business-aligned IT organizations—FAS Technology and Workplace Technology. You will serve as a trusted advisor and constructive challenger to software development and delivery teams, influencing critical initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and driving effective management of top risks.
You’ll partner across risk and business teams to ensure strong, practical controls are in place while helping shape a forward-looking risk strategy. This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to deliver meaningful outcomes in protecting clients and advancing our Technology Risk organization.
What You’ll Do
Provide independent risk oversight for modern and legacy technology environments
Advise and challenge teams on key initiatives, architecture, and delivery practices
Conduct risk assessments and drive clear, actionable risk insights
Partner across teams to strengthen controls and risk response strategies
Monitor emerging threats and adapt risk approaches in an agile way
Contribute to shaping team strategy, vision, and operating model
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in technology risk, IT audit, cybersecurity risk, operational risk, or a related field.
Experience assessing technology risks and evaluating the effectiveness of controls in complex technology environments.
Working knowledge of software development, technology architecture, cloud, and technology delivery practices.
Ability to provide independent challenge and influence technology and business stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting risk insights and recommendations to leadership.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in financial services, wealth management, or retirement services.
Experience with third-party risk management, AI risk, or emerging technology risk.
Relevant certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or CISM.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Vanguard Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office
Two North Falls Plaza, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28217
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