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At a glance You give direction to the risk management practice that helps ABN AMRO stay digitally resilient. As Head of IT & Cyber Risk Management, you lead a team of risk professionals and drive a consistent, data-driven approach to IT risk, cyber security, operational resilience and regulatory compliance. You combine strategic insight with practical execution, provide trusted advice to senior stakeholders and help shape decisions that strengthen the bank's resilience in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Your job You lead the Risk, Control & Data team within CRO IT & Cyber and help define how the bank manages and monitors technology and cyber-related risks. You translate strategy, regulations and business priorities into clear frameworks, actionable plans and reliable insights. Together with your team, you improve risk management practices, strengthen control effectiveness and provide senior management with clear information for decision-making. Additional responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of risk professionals and create clarity on priorities and ownership. Drive improvements in risk assessments, control testing, issue management and reporting. Strengthen data-driven risk management through automation, dashboards and management information. Challenge risk performance using data from the first line and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Prepare concise board-level papers, presentations and decision proposals. Working environment You join CRO IT & Cyber, the second-line risk function responsible for oversight of IT risk, cyber security, outsourcing risk, business continuity and physical security risk. These areas increasingly come together in the bank's approach to digital and operational resilience. As a member of the CRO IT & Cyber Management Team, you work closely with senior leaders, risk specialists and business stakeholders across the organisation. The team focuses on consistent risk practices, high-quality reporting and effective collaboration with the first line of defence. You operate in a professional environment where expertise, constructive challenge and continuous improvement play a central role. This position is based in the Netherlands and offers close collaboration with colleagues across the bank. Your profile You are an experienced people manager who brings a clear vision on risk management and knows how to turn that vision into practical results. You create structure in complex environments, build strong relationships with stakeholders and communicate confidently at senior levels. You encourage collaboration, support growth within your team and maintain focus on what matters most. Your approach combines analytical thinking, sound judgement and the ability to translate complex topics into clear messages. You also bring: A university degree, preferably in IT, Information Management or a related field. At least 10 years of experience in IT risk, cyber security, operational resilience, outsourcing risk or a related discipline. Experience leading, coaching and developing professional teams. Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, controls and regulatory requirements. Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive-level governance. Relevant certifications in IT risk management, cyber security and/or IT audit. Professional proficiency in English. We are offering We offer a permanent leadership role in a newly created team with a clear strategic purpose. In this role you will have direct influence on the maturity, credibility and impact of CRO IT & Cyber. You will shape the central support and coordination team, its professional standards and its contribution to senior decision-making while working at the intersection of risk, technology, data and regulatory change. We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing. In addition, we offer: An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36‑hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget. An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future. Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you. Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually. Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work. Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000. An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use. You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy. Interested? If you want more information please contact Rob Havermans via e-mail Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future. If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume. Disclaimer external recruitment agencies External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. No unsolicited services or offers, please. Use of AI in our application process You’re welcome to use AI to help write your CV or cover letter, as long as it reflects your own story. We review every application personally and without AI. During interviews, real time AI tools may not be used. With your permission, interviews can be recorded and supported by AI. This helps us keep the process fair, careful, and transparent.

Core Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Risk, Control & Data team, setting priorities and improving IT and cyber risk assessments, control testing, issue management, and reporting. Strengthen data-driven risk oversight through automation and actionable insights, and advise senior management through clear reports and decision proposals.

Requirements

A university degree, preferably in IT, Information Management, or a related field, and at least 10 years of experience in IT risk, cybersecurity, operational resilience, outsourcing risk, or a related discipline are requested. Candidates should have experience leading professional teams, strong knowledge of risk frameworks, controls, and regulations, senior stakeholder and governance experience, relevant certifications, and professional proficiency in English.

Benefits

• Flexible Benefit Budget
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working
• Ergonomic Home Office Setup
• Five Weeks Of Vacation
• Two Mandatory Days Off
• Option To Purchase Additional Vacation
• Personal Development And Volunteer Days
• Annual Development Budget
• Public Transport Pass