As the IT Governance, Risk, & Compliance - Team Lead at United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), you will spearhead information security initiatives aimed at minimizing risks and maximizing compliance across the organization. You will lead a team responsible for assessments, audit fulfillment, risk remediation, and governance of business data and records. Your strategic oversight will be critical to key programs including Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery, IT Risk Management, Third Party Risk Management, Data Governance, and Security Awareness.

This role will monitor performance of various GRC Programs, drive specific initiatives, and foster a culture of security awareness through effective coaching and leadership. You will ensure that all planning, coordination, and execution of work assignments align with the strategic priorities established by the AVP of Information Security.

• Cybersecurity and Compliance Management: Develop and implement cybersecurity compliance programs, oversee cyber insurance policies, and monitor regulatory changes to ensure alignment with industry standards and regulations. Facilitate audits, manage state and federal regulatory reviews, and maintain security and compliance policies.
• Risk Management: Establish and maintain IT and third-party risk management frameworks, conduct regular risk assessments, and prepare risk reports for senior leadership. Lead the incident response plan and perform post-incident reviews.
• Data Governance and Privacy: Enhance data governance frameworks to ensure data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to document data privacy requirements and implement effective data management processes.
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Manage and update business continuity and disaster recovery plans to minimize disruptions during unforeseen events.
• Cybersecurity Awareness and Training: Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs for employees, provide ongoing professional development, and foster a culture of security awareness.
• Monitoring and Continuous Improvement: Implement continuous monitoring mechanisms using KPIs to assess compliance and risk management effectiveness. Continuously evaluate and refine policies, processes, and frameworks to align with organizational changes, emerging trends, and best practices.

Must Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Preferred certifications include CISA, CISSP, CISM, GSEC, BCP, CGRC, or other relevant information security credentials.
• Proven experience in IT compliance, risk management, cybersecurity policy analysis, and audit-related activities.
• Proficient in managing system development processes, end-user computing controls, cloud systems, infrastructure management, and information security practices.
• In-depth knowledge of security and compliance standards such as CIS, NIST, GDPR, GLBA, CCPA, 23 NYCRR 500, IRS 1075, and HIPAA.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts effectively.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Self-directed and capable of independent work while managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and a demonstrated ability to identify potential process improvement opportunities.
• Onsite presence is required.

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

 

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.