Risk & Controls Lead

About DAT

DAT is an award-winning employer of choice and a next-generation SaaS technology company that has been at the leading edge of innovation in transportation supply chain logistics for 45 years. We continue to transform the industry year over year, by deploying a suite of software solutions to millions of customers every day - customers who depend on DAT for the most relevant data and most accurate insights to help them make smarter business decisions and run their companies more profitably. We operate the largest marketplace of its kind in North America, with 400 million freights posted in 2022, and a database of $150 billion of annual global shipment market transaction data. Our headquarters are in Denver, CO, with additional offices in Missouri, Oregon, and Bangalore, India. For additional information, see www.DAT.com/company.

Job Application Deadline: 08/31/2024

The Opportunity

DAT is looking for a  Risk & Controls Lead to join our security team. This position will work hybrid in Beaverton, Oregon or Denver, Colorado. 

Candidate profile

What You’ll Do

• Designing and implementing an overall risk management & controls process for the organization, which includes an analysis of the financial impact on the company when risks occur
• Performing a risk assessment: Analyzing current risks and identifying potential risks that are affecting the company; to include strong understanding of NIST CSF, NIST Maturity, and Data Management Principles.
• Performing a risk & controls evaluation: Evaluating the company’s previous handling of risks, and comparing potential risks with criteria set out by the company such as costs and legal requirements
• Establishing the level of risk the company are willing to take
• Preparing risk management, risk register, and overall risk heat maps 
• Risk reporting tailored to the relevant audience. (Educate the ELT/XLT about the most significant risks to the business; ensuring business heads understand the risks that might affect their departments; ensuring individuals understand their own accountability for individual risks)
• Explaining the external risk posed by governance to stakeholders
• Evaluating business continuity plans to limit risks
• Conducting policy and compliance audits, which will include liaising with internal and external auditors
• Maintaining records of insurance policies and claims in terms of security & technology
• Reviewing any new major contracts or internal business proposals for SLA risk and impacts
• Building risk awareness amongst staff by providing support and training within the company

The Skills and Experience You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business administration or a similar discipline
• Prior experience as a risk manager or in a similar role
• Solid knowledge of risk management principles
• Expert-level knowledge of G Suite, and other risk management tools
• Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

Bonus Skills 

• Certification as a qualified Risk Management Professional (CRMP) or (CRISC)
• Knowledge of the supply chain, logistics, or transportation specific markets, and its related instruments
• Prior experience as a risk manager or in a similar role

Why DAT?
DAT is an award winning employer of choice.

For starters, we have a hybrid work environment, but we also know what makes a great workplace. We have a time-tested and resolute set of operating values predicated on integrity, mutual respect, open communication, and executing with excellence. These values inform our strategic vision as much as any one of our products does. We’ve been an employer of choice in the Portland metropolitan area for four decades, and within one year of opening our Denver office, DAT was #26 on Built In Colorado’s 100 Best Places to Work In Colorado.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance
• Parental Leave
• Up to 20 days of paid time off starting in year one
• An additional 10 holidays of paid time off per calendar year
• 401k matching (immediately vested)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Short- and Long-term disability sick leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional programs - Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Free TriMet transit pass (Beaverton Office)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Work on impactful projects in a cutting-edge environment
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the trucking industry
• Employee Resource Groups

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

For Colorado-based candidates, in compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the minimum salary for this role is $130,000.00 + benefits. The maximum compensation for this role can vary significantly depending on your job-related skills and experience. DAT considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education and training, core skills, internal equity, and market and business elements when extending an offer.

DAT embraces the value of a diverse workforce, and believes it is a core strength of our company that we encourage those values in every DAT employee, at every level of our organization, regardless of tenure or rank. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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