Business Line Risk Manager Bank Operations & Technology

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Join Associated Bank as a strategic risk leader driving the safety and resilience of our technology and this role youll oversee risk management across key IT areas including infrastructure cybersecurity applications and vendor services. Youll partner closely with senior leaders to strengthen our control environment and ensure compliance with enterprise and regulatory standards while building and developing a high-performing risk team.

Key Accountabilities

Lead the first line of defense for Bank Operations & Technology risk overseeing risk programs across infrastructure cybersecurity applications and third-party services.

Direct the execution of risk assessments control testing and remediation efforts to ensure operational resilience and compliance.

Oversee major incident management root cause analysis and mitigation planning to address systemic risks.

Advise on technology initiatives including cloud migrations enterprise upgrades and digital transformation programs.

Analyze and report key risk indicators (KRIs) and emerging trends to senior technology and risk leadership.

Partner with compliance audit and second-line risk functions to align practices with enterprise standards and OCC Heightened Standards.

Mentor and develop a team of risk professionals fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement.

Enhance risk frameworks tools and governance processes to improve transparency and control effectiveness.

Education & Experience

Required :

Bachelors degree in Information Technology Risk Cybersecurity or related field or equivalent experience.

8 years of technology or risk management experience with deep knowledge of IT environments and regulatory expectations.

3 years of leadership experience managing managers or larger teams.

3 years of experience in control design testing and risk self-assessments.

Familiarity with banking and financial services regulatory requirements.

Preferred :

Masters degree in Information Technology Risk Cybersecurity or related field.

2 years of experience with payment systems (Wire ACH RTP).

Professional certifications such as CRISC CISSP CISM CISA or ITIL.

Experience with Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools.

Why Youll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank youll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization that values innovation integrity and growth. We invest in your professional development and provide opportunities to make a lasting impact on the banks operational and technology resilience. Apply today to make an impact and grow your career with us.

In addition to core traditional benefits we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.

Paid time off to volunteer in your community.

Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.

Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.

Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives parental leaveanemployee stock purchase plan military benefits and much more.

Personal banking loan investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin Illinois Minnesota and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the our community on Facebook LinkedIn and X .

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race religion color sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Banks anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application interview and hiring process. Please contact if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish . Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish .

Associated Bank isPay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including but not limited to work location skills experience education and qualifications for the role.

$128170.00 - $219720.00 per year

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Disaster Recovery,Order Management System,SAFe,TOGAF,Business Management,White Papers,Investment Banking,Middleware,Project Management,Sharepoint,Order Fulfillment,Google Suite

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 128170 - 219720