Technology Risk Relationship Manager - Midvale, UT

Technology Risk Relationship Manager - Midvale, UT at Zions Bancorporation

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high‑growth western markets. We are dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities, offering benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing, and company‑matched 401(k) contributions.

We are seeking a Technology Risk Relationship Manager to join Zions. In this role you will provide risk management support, guidance, and enablement to assigned Lines of Business within the Enterprise Technology and Operations organizations, ensuring proactive risk identification and effective remediation.

• Serve as a first‑line risk advisor, building relationships across the bank and enabling technology teams to identify, assess, and mitigate IT and cyber risks.
• Act as a liaison between the business and risk management teams, ensuring transparency and clear communication on security initiatives and risks.
• Partner with business leaders to identify risk impacts, shape remediation strategies, track progress, and elevate issues as needed.
• Drive adherence to IT risk management frameworks, policies, and standards through education and engagement.
• Monitor and analyze risk trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats; recommend proactive measures.
• Support risk governance activities, including reporting on KRIs, KPIs, and risk metrics to senior management.
• Facilitate cross‑functional issue resolution and support audits, regulatory exams, and compliance activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of risk processes and tools.

• 2+ years of experience in IT Risk Management, Technology Governance, IT Audit, or related technical roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, business, or a related field (required).
• Understanding of IT control frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, COBIT) and banking regulatory requirements.
• Ability to assess control environments and promote adherence to IT policies and standards.
• Excellent relationship‑building and communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to translate complex risk concepts into actionable guidance.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with risk metrics, reporting, and governance documentation.
• Project management experience and ability to lead risk‑related initiatives and train staff.

This technology risk relationship manager is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H‑1B visa). Candidates with temporary work authorization (e.g., CPT, OPT) who would need H‑1B sponsorship within a few years are not eligible.

This position is fully in office (5 days a week) at the Zions Technology Center – 7860 South Bingham Junction Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047.

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000‑square‑foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah, featuring electric vehicle charging stations, renewable solar energy, outdoor recreation, a modern café, a healthy indoor environment, and LEED certification.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – start day one.
• Life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts.
• Paid training, paid time off (PTO), and 11 paid federal holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match, profit sharing, competitive compensation in line with experience.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• Tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees.
• Employee ambassador preferred banking products.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Temporary
• Job function:
  Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Banking
• Location:
  
  Midvale, UT