Technology Architecture Risk Manager

We are looking for a Technology Architecture Risk Manager to join our growing IT and Cyber Risk team (second line). If you have experience with technology transformation programmes, simplification projects, and the application of agile methodologies, along with current, relevant certifications and you are a confident communicator, we would love to hear from you!
A bit about the job:
As part of our 2nd line IT and Cyber Risk team you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and gaining assurance risks associated with IT architecture and design projects are effectively being managed.
You will:
Identify, assess, and document risks related to IT architecture and design projects, with a focus on technology transformations and simplification.
Collaborate as a critical partner with Technology enterprise architecture, design teams, and transformation project teams to ensure that risk considerations are integrated into project lifecycles effectively.
Produce and present comprehensive risk reports for management and executive teams.
Contribute to the development and implementation of the Architecture Strategy, ensuring it is fit for purpose and enables Aviva to deliver business strategy and objectives.
Continuously monitor the risk landscape and emerging threats in IT architecture, design, and transformation projects.

Systems Integration: Understanding how different systems interact and integrate within an IT architecture.
Cloud Computing: Knowledge of cloud architecture and services, including AWS & Azure.
Enterprise Architecture Frameworks: Familiarity with architecture frameworks.
Project Management: Ability to manage and oversee IT projects, ensuring they align with risk management strategies.
Stakeholder management: ability to challenge and influence decision making.

National salary: circa £80,000, London salary: circa £95,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
Bonus opportunity - 12% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva's.
Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer's leave
Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
Make a difference, be part of our and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools
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Aviva is for everyone:
We're inclusive and - we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don't, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.
We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working - spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.
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