Technology Risk Relationship Manager - Midvale, UT

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. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker magazine as having a top banking team in its list of “The Most Powerful Women in Banking.” Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets., We value our employees, and we are committed to search out, recognize and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization, rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a “local” business, and that to be successful, we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers.

With benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

We are seeking a Technology Risk Relationship Manager to join Zions Bancorporation. In this impactful role, you will provide risk management support, guidance, and enablement to assigned Lines of Business within the Enterprise Technology and Operations organizations. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will help embed risk management practices into day-to-day operations, ensuring proactive risk identification and effective remediation strategies. Your expertise will help drive a strong risk culture, support cross-functional issue resolution, and enable the business to proactively address emerging threats. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference by partnering with technology teams and business leaders to safeguard our organization’s information assets.

Responsibilities

• 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.

• Serve 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 escalate 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.

   

You must want to be part of a motivated and driven team and work with respected leaders. We need someone who is proactive, has a great attitude, is confident and wants to inspire others to achieve bank initiatives.

Qualifications

• 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.

Visa Sponsorship
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.

Work Location:

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. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company’s primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

• Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.

• At least 75% of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.

• Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes and locker rooms.

• Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.

• Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.

• LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction material

   

   

   

  Benefits

• 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 work experience

• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees

• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products