VP Technology Risk & Governance (Contract)

Head of Technology / VP Risk & Governance (Contract) Location: Singapore Contract Duration: 6–12 months (Potential to Extend) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Head of Technology Risk & Governance to lead technology risk, governance, and regulatory compliance initiatives within a leading banking environment. This role will be responsible for strengthening the technology risk framework, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and partnering with technology and business stakeholders to maintain a strong control environment across the organization. Key Responsibilities Lead technology risk assessments across applications, infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and third-party environments. Drive compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards, ensuring effective governance and risk management practices. Develop, maintain, and enhance technology risk policies, standards, controls, and governance frameworks. Oversee technology risk reporting, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), risk registers, and executive dashboards for senior management and governance committees. Provide risk oversight for technology projects, ensuring security, risk, and compliance requirements are embedded throughout the delivery lifecycle. Support regulatory audits, inspections, and remediation activities while managing technology-related incidents, operational resilience, business continuity, and disaster recovery governance. Lead third-party technology risk assessments and provide strategic guidance to technology, security, and business stakeholders on risk and compliance matters. Requirements 10+ years of experience in Technology Risk, IT Risk, IT Audit, Information Security, or Technology Governance within the banking or financial services sector. Strong knowledge of technology risk frameworks, IT General Controls (ITGC), cybersecurity governance, cloud risk, operational resilience, and third-party risk management. Hands-on experience with regulatory frameworks and industry standards such as MAS Technology Risk Management (TRM) Guidelines, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, and ITIL. Strong stakeholder management, leadership, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to engage senior business and technology leaders. Professional certifications such as CRISC, CISA, CISM, or CISSP are highly desirable.