Director – Implementation Risk

Why Bank OZK

Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We’re nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional service with innovative technologies to deliver smart solutions to our clients across the country. We’re investing in small businesses, fueling economies in local communities and changing skylines in the largest cities across America. Here, we're not simply filling roles. We're fostering even greater careers.

The foundation for a great career starts with an exceptional team and a comprehensive benefits package. We believe in providing our dedicated team members with the best resources to support their physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including generous PTO, 401(k) matching, health, dental, vision (and pet!) insurance as well as special perks and discounts. Learn more about Bank OZK benefits.

Job Purpose & Scope

Provides the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) with continuous, independent, and objective assessments of the Bank’s software, data related development efforts. Manages the implementation risk team and collaborates with functional business partners, risk managers, and business line management to identify, measure, monitor and control software and data development related risk.

Essential Job Functions

1. Manages a team of implementation risk analysts, to include staffing, assigning and delegating work, training, mentoring, and coaching. Conducts performance reviews and fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
2. Engages and executes Technology Governance activities and projects in furthering the risk management and governance of the technology domain.
3. Determines if implementation plans related to models and critical tools meet requirements, align with program standards, are scalable and meet internal standards.
4. Ensures compliance through active monitoring and analysis.
5. Enables strategic insight into business systems through reports to senior management.
6. Evaluates systems based on data analysis, user input, and extensive testing.
7. Conveys patterns, problems, and areas of improvement, and develops process enhancements based on results.
8. Provide quarterly reports to Operational Risk Management Council (ORMC) and Model and Data risk Management council (MDRMC).
9. Provides guidance and instruction in the creation, organization, accessibility, and maintenance of governance documents related to software and data workflow development related processes.
10. Identifies areas for improvement in documentation processes and systems and implements solutions to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
11. Designs, develops, implements, documents and monitors a second line of defense effective challenge framework to provide oversight to the bank’s Software and Data Development Standards.
12. Collaborates with the Operational Risk team and first line of defense Risk coordinators to effectively challenge the design and operating effectiveness of software development and data workflow development related controls.
13. Serves as a non-voting member of the ORMC and MDRMC.
14. Leads discussions with auditors and examiners to ensure constructive outcomes.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Advanced knowledge of full life-cycle software development, programming and related concepts and best practices.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of database design and architecture.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of banking laws and regulations related to information technology risk management.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of second line of defense philosophies and tactics.
5. General knowledge of banking products and services.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
7. Ability to demonstrate initiative to accomplish work objectives.
8. Ability to utilize discretion and sound judgment in decision making and maintain confidentiality.
9. Ability to work effectively and demonstrate flexibility in a continually changing environment.
10. Ability to demonstrate effective organization, critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
11. Ability to demonstrate effective leadership and time management skills.
12. Ability to manage multiple tasks with exacting deadlines in a challenging environment.
13. Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel for business purposes.
14. Ability to work with little to no close supervision.
15. Ability to maintain attention to detail.
16. Ability to promote a proactive risk culture.
17. Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Basic Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related field required. Master’s degree in the above fields preferred.
2. 8+ years of software development experience in a financial services firm required.
3. 4+ years of leading a team of software or application developers in a financial services organization required.

Job Expectations

Operate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.

Notes: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required.  Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added.  Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization or immigration assistance. Applicants must be able to maintain authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship by Bank OZK.

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EEO Statement

Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.