Role Value Proposition:
MetLife Global Technology Operations (GTO) Information Security (InfoSec) Risk Management is responsible for strategy, oversight, and execution of the MetLife’s IT global issue management program and the maturity of MetLife’s IT Risk Management Program utilizing RSA Archer eGRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance).
The goal of the program is to integrate risk management, internal controls, assurance, compliance processes cross-functionally and deploy IT Risk Register to improve MetLife’s operational effectiveness and strengthened audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Strong candidate will be able to demonstrate solid risk management and direct experience with RSA Archer eGRC design and execution of risk program including the support of on-going initiatives for the broader ERM Programs and GTO Business Controls teams. The candidate will be responsible for establishing and coordinating integrated processes to manage risk, compliance, internal controls, and resolution of related issues throughout MetLife and creating and maintaining governance cadence to ensure compliance with Enterprise GRC requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as expert for RSA Archer within the IT Risk Management Organization responsible for driving IT risk methodology across GTO
Execution of enterprise Governance. Risk and Compliance (eGRC) program with a focus on driving the maturity of IT Risk Programs by identifying ecosystem-wide impacts, cross-solution dependencies, roadblocks, gaps in delivery, as well as prioritization of risk team objectives
Work closely and collaborate with Archer Solution owners to implement workflow and arears of process improvement
Contribute to ongoing reporting and updates on eGRC Archer program to Enterprise Operational Risk Management and GTO Business Control teams
Assist in ongoing efforts to improve data analytics and reporting capabilities from Archer eGRC
Partner closely with Enterprise Operational Risk Management and GTO Business Controls team
Conduct quality reviews of information/data and adherence to workflow requirements in Archer
Resolve roadblocks and provide team collaboration
Support management in preparing various risk dashboard and reporting
Assist in the development, analysis, and recommendations for program enhancements
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required:
Proven track record in managing key aspects of a GRC or integrated Risk Management Program in large matrixed organization preferably in insurance or financial sector
Able to independently manage GRC program with minimal supervision, multi-task, deal with ambiguity and to consistently deliver high-quality results in a regulated and changing corporate environment
RSA Archer configuration and primary implementation experience with GRC (workflow, integrations, data feeds)
Experience with translating requirements to system functionality
10+ years of applicable and proven experience in insurance, banking, or other financial services institution.
Ability to work effectively with key partners (e.g., GRM, Investments, Legal, Finance, etc.).
Be able to work independently and detail oriented
Strong presentation, communication and organizational skills are a prerequisite
Team player who can adapt to changing priorities
Good business acumen and ability to connect analytical insights with business decisions
Strong technical skills using Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint), as well as ability to quickly learn new risk management tools and concepts
Preferred:
Advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA or master’s degree in IT or CyberSecurity)
Proficient in Archer eGRC development, Archer Advanced Workflow, Subject matter expert for RSA Archer eGRC SmartSuite with knowledge of Archer system architecture and core concepts related to Governance, Risk Management and Compliance, dashboards, iVews, mail merge. Practical experience gathering business requirements, conceptualizing or designing solutions.
Archer certification v5.x and/or V6x preferred
New York, New York
MetLife, Inc. is the holding corporation for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MLIC), better known as MetLife, and its affiliates. MetLife is among the largest global providers of insurance, annuities, and employee benefit programs, with 90 million customers in over 60 countries. The firm was founded on March 24, 1868 MetLife ranked No. 43 in the 2018 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue.
On January 6, 1915, MetLife completed the mutualization process, changing from a stock life insurance company owned by individuals to a mutual company operating without external shareholders and for the benefit of policyholders. The company went public in 2000. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, MetLife holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia's Pacific region, Europe, and the Middle East. MetLife serves 90 of the largest Fortune 500 companies. The company's principal offices are located at 200 Park Avenue, New York City in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, though it retains some executive offices and its boardroom in the MetLife Building, located at 200 Park Avenue, New York City, which it sold in 2005.
In January 2016, the company announced that it would spin off U.S. Retail business, including individual life insurance and annuities for the retail market, in a separate company called Brighthouse Financial. They will maintain the MetLife name on MetLife Stadium. On March 6, 2017, the separated U.S. Retail business launched Brighthouse Financial – an independent company focused on life insurance and annuities.