VP, Information & Technology Risk Manager, AI Security, COO Office

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.

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Office
The COO Office supports our COO to streamline operations and align them with strategic goals. You will work with the COO, Heads of Departments, and stakeholders across GIC to achieve operational excellence.

Cyber Security, Information & Technology Risk Management
You will be a part of an independent risk management function to protect the firm’s information technology assets, including business data, from external threats and operational risks, and to facilitate the firm’s digitalisation journey in a secure manner. 

What impact can you make in this role?
You will be empowered to be at the top of your game by providing strategic partnership, and innovative technology solutions that supports GIC’s vision of being a tech-driven, global, long-term investment firm.

What will you do as a VP, Information & Technology Risk, AI Security?

• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive risk management programs for AI security, ensuring alignment with the firm’s overall risk appetite and regulatory requirements. 

• Lead risk assessments, audits, and vulnerability tests on our AI systems to identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies. 

• Stay abreast of the latest developments in AI security, ensuring our systems and protocols are up-to-date and compliant with industry standards. 

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff on best practices for AI security, fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization. 

• Prepare regular risk and control reports focusing on AI security for senior management, highlighting key audit, risks and control issues. 

• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of technology, information and cybersecurity risk controls, identifying any control weaknesses and recommending improvements. 

• Coordinate with second and third-line risk functions to ensure a unified approach to audit & risk management. 

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role? 

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent 

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in IT risk management involving Information, Technology and Cyber Security risk, with a significant focus on AI security 

• Demonstrated expertise in AI security, including understanding of machine learning algorithms, data protection, privacy considerations, and adversarial attack strategies 

• Experience in implementing AI security measures, such as robustness testing, adversarial training, and federated learning 

• Familiarity with AI ethics and regulatory considerations, including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant data protection regulations pertaining to AI 

• Strong influencing, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills 

• Experience in organization IT risk appetite and key risk indicator management, monthly data driven report generation and presentation to senior management, and independent assessment of incident root cause analysis will be required 

• Knowledge of the Banking Act – MAS Technology Risk Management Guidelines, MAS Notice 644, MAS 655, Information Security Policy, Cyber Security Act, MAS Outsourcing Guidelines etc. will be advantageous 

• Possession of professional qualifications e.g. CISA, CRISC will be advantageous 

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.

Flexibility at GIC
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 out COO Office here:
https://gic.careers/departments/chief-operating-officer-office/