VP, Risk & Controls Officer, Technology Group

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

 

Technology Group
We experiment, design, and lead a 24×7 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management, trading, investment operations, and risk management. We deliver secure, reliable, and integrated solutions, and provide insights on new, and emerging technologies. 

 

Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Resilience (ICR)
We design, build, and secure the technology foundations that power GIC’s global investment operations. We aim to deliver resilient, scalable, and secure infrastructure that empowers our people and businesses to perform securely, efficiently, and effectively.

 

What impact can you make in this role?

We are seeking a Risk & Controls (R&C) professional to be embedded within the Technology function supporting investment and corporate business units. This role will be part of the R&C function which comprises team members driving R&C Strategy and Standards settings.

 

Operating within the First Line of Defence, this role partners with engineering, architecture, and platform teams to ensure technology risks are effectively managed and controls are embedded across systems and delivery processes. The role focuses on enabling secure, resilient, and well-governed platforms that support investment decision-making and operations.

 

What will you do as a VP Risk & Controls Officer?

 

Technology Risk Advisory

• Partner with technology teams to identify, assess, and manage risks across systems, platforms, and change initiatives
• Provide risk input into architecture, system design, and major technology programs
• Translate technical risks into clear business impact and mitigation actions

 

Controls Design & Implementation

• Design and embed controls across the technology lifecycle (SDLC, change management, access controls, data governance)
• Ensure controls are integrated into delivery workflows (e.g., DevOps, CI/CD)
• Maintain and enhance Operational Risk Self-Assessments (ORSA)

 

Operational Resilience & Incident Management

• Support system resilience, disaster recovery, and service continuity frameworks
• Oversee technology incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation tracking
• Ensure timely closure of control gaps and sustainable fixes

 

Monitoring & Reporting

• Develop and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for technology risk
• Produce risk dashboards and insights for senior stakeholders
• Highlight emerging risks across systems, platforms, and dependencies

 

Third-Party Risk & Governance

• Support risk assessments and controls for vendors and service providers
• Ensure appropriate oversight of outsourced technology services

 

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a liaison between Technology (1st line), Risk (2nd line), and Internal Audit (3rd line)
• Build strong relationships with engineering and platform teams

 

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CISSP) are advantageous
• 6–12 years in technology risk, IT controls, operational risk, or IT audit within financial services
• Experience working closely with technology or engineering teams
• Familiarity with systems supporting investment, data, or analytics functions is a plus
• Strong understanding of technology risk domains (access management, SDLC, cloud, data governance)
• Knowledge of control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT)
• Ability to balance risk management with delivery priorities
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

 

Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact. 

 

GIC is a Great Place to Work

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection.  At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves.  Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise. 

 

GIC is an equal opportunity employer 
As an employer, we passionately believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of GIC teams to drive competitive performance. An inclusive environment yields exceptional contribution.

 

Learn more about our Technology Group here: 
https://gic.careers/group/technology-group/