Upstart
Financial Services
SeniorManager,TechnologyRisk
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“Senior Manager, Technology Risk at Upstart. Skills: Technology risk, Information security, Regulatory compliance, Team leadership. Lead the second-line technology and information security risk. Establish the bank's 2LOD technology risk framework”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience, 8+ years of experience in technology risk, information security risk management, IT audit, or GRC in a banking or financial services environment, 3+ years of direct people management experience, Demonstrated experience applying FFIEC IT Examination Handbook standards and OCC guidance on technology risk and information security in a bank or federally regulated institution, Experience engaging banking regulators (OCC, FDIC, or Federal Reserve) on technology risk, cybersecurity, or IT controls examination matters
Nice to Have
Experience building or significantly enhancing a technology risk or information security GRC program in a de novo bank, early-stage bank, or similar environment, Familiarity with affiliate technology risk oversight, Experience with GRC tool implementation or administration in a bank regulatory context
What You'll Do.
Lead the second-line technology and information security risk
Establish the bank's 2LOD technology risk framework
Provide independent oversight and credible challenge of the
Oversee completion of the FFIEC Cybersecurity Assessment Tool
Conduct technology and security risk assessments
Provide independent oversight of technology and security risks
Serve as a primary second-line point of contact
Prepare and deliver technology risk reporting to risk
Build and lead a growing Technology Risk team
Shape how the bank identifies
Ensure technology and information security risk is integrated
Ensure technology and information security risk is integrated
Ensure technology and information security risk is integrated
Provide independent second-line review and credible challenge of
Oversee cybersecurity controls
Oversee software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Oversee incident response programs
Oversee technology resiliency
Oversee third-party arrangements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with first-line IT and cybersecurity teams; Partner with TPRM; Partner with ERM; Partner with Legal; Partner with Compliance
Communication Scope
Risk reporting; Examiner engagement
Full Job Description
About Upstart At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day, we bring creativity, experimentation, and advanced AI to reshape access to credit, helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence. As the leading AI lending marketplace, we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 1,800 signals, powering smarter, fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea, every voice, and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress. We’re proudly digital-first, giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive, alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites, planning sessions, and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus, Austin, the Bay Area, or New York City (opening Summer 2026), you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you. If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems, excited to innovate with purpose, and motivated by work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. The Team: Upstart's Risk team is enhancing its second line of defense function in support of our application to establish Upstart Bank, N.A., a de novo national bank. The Risk team is responsible for Upstart's enterprise risk management program and risk governance, and for providing independent oversight and credible challenge across all core risk categories– including operational risk, third party risk, technology an
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