We exist to help people achieve financial clarity. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they’ve been given. At our core, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow. Job Summary As a member of the Business Risk Management leadership team, develops and implements strategic and operational plans related to the implementation of BRM’s vision, mission and overall goals and objectives. Serves as liaison to senior executives in Corporate divisions including Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T), Information Security and Privacy, Legal, among others. Prepares and delivers presentations to Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, when called upon. Further responsibilities include overseeing BRM’s data analytics center of excellence and managing co-sourcing relationships. This position works closely with the business leaders and BRM staff in developing and executing the BRM audit plan. Manages and develops staff carrying out risk assessments and audit assignments. Job Responsibilities and Duties + Provides support and guidance to senior business leaders in identifying, analyzing and managing their business risks in relation to desired business objectives. + Leads efforts to assess risks, develop an audit plan and conduct audit and advisory projects over information technology and related risks. Manages assurance and advisory projects within desired budgets and timelines. + Maintains extensive subject matter expertise in the area of IT, business environment risks, and related governance practices. Monitors and keeps abreast of industry and technology developments and risks and determine the impact on Thrivent. Makes any necessary adjustments to audit plans regarding emerging risks. + Works with Head of BRM in support of departmental planning, budgeting, recruiting and results measurement (scorecard) as well as providing the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors with relevant and useful information. + Leads innovation efforts within the department, such as the use of artificial intelligence in internal audit, and including overseeing delivery of data analytics to the BRM department. + Coordinate efforts with external auditors to enhance the quality of information available to them and avoid redundancy of efforts. Reviews the results from relevant audits and exams performed by outside auditors and regulatory agencies to ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken. + Recruits, develops, and sustains a high-performing team while promoting a culture of shared accountability, operational excellence, and partnership across the organization. Supervises and provides work direction to staff and co-sourcing resources to ensure the successful completion of department objectives. + Models Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes + Supports and/or develops an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to our stakeholders. Shapes and/or supports a culture that represents the Thrivent purpose, promise and values, ensuring that Thrivent’s trust and reputation remain strong with its stakeholders. Job Qualifications Required: + Bachelor’s degree in MIS, business administration, accounting, or finance. (Other degrees considered with sufficient, relevant work experience.) Advanced degree desirable. + Significant progressive experience (10+ years) leading teams in IT audit, security, risk, controls or information technology. + Deep understanding of IT and audit control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, NIST, CMM, ITIL, and ISO 27002) + Demonstrated experience in auditing cloud computing environments, cybersecurity programs, AI governance and data privacy controls. + CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA, CIA or CRISC designation required. Preferred: + Extensive experience working within IT environments is preferred. Familiarity with mainframe and midrange platforms, operating systems, database management systems, networks and firewalls, application development and IT processes, as well as information security is also preferred. + Experience in the financial services industry is preferred. Additional Information + This position allows a flexible work arrangement meaning you may work on-site and/or remotely from the Minneapolis, MN area. Pay Transparency Thrivent’s long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $166,184.00 - $224,839.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important. Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits. The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion. Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex , gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state , or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants. Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation , please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they’ve been given. At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our customers. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow. For over 100 years, Thrivent has been helping people build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, it’s a Fortune 500 company that offers a full range of expert financial solutions, serving more than 2 million customers, as well as the communities in which they live and work. Thrivent fosters a diverse workforce to serve our diverse clientele, reflecting a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If you’re intrigued about our work and the possibility of becoming part of it, we invite you to visit Thrivent.com to learn more. You won’t just build a career; you’ll be part of an organization focused on growing, innovating, and serving.