IT Governance Expert IT Risk & Information Domain (f / m / d)

Your area of work

As IT Governance Expert in the IT Risk & Information Domain Unit of IT Governance, Risk & Transformation (GRT) you will join the Deutsche Börse Group CIO / COO team. The position will be instrumental in shaping the future IT Risk and Information Domain Unit, directly supporting the Unit Head to achieve the intended outcomes and leading topic implementation from design to operationalisation to create sustainable solutions for the Group.

In our fast-paced and technology-driven business, we rely on IT not only to support day-to-day operations but to innovate, grow, and transform. Recognizing this critical role, we are IT Governance, Risk & Transformation (IT-GRT). A cornerstone of our organization’s technology strategy. With the motto to "safeguard, enable and optimize," our department is dedicated to ensuring that our IT infrastructure and applications, processes, and projects are secure, effective, and aligned with our business goals.

Your resonsibilities

Lead the operationalization and continuous enhancement of the IT Risk Framework in alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., DORA, MaRisk, AI Act) and internal governance standards.

• Maintain and evolve the IT process landscape and Internal Control System (ICS) to ensure traceability, control effectiveness, and audit readiness. Conduct regular reviews and gap analyses to identify areas for improvement in the process and control environment.
• Independently conduct and oversee IT risk assessments, including risk identification, evaluation, mitigation planning, and follow-up in complex ICT environments.
• Provide expert input to cross-functional risk and governance initiatives, particularly in the context of regulatory compliance and internal control frameworks. Derive strategic recommendations based on risk analysis and KPIs, supporting decision-making at the executive level.
• Actively support regulatory audits, internal assessments, and external reviews, including coordination of responses and evidence.
• Take ownership of change-driven special topics within IT risk and governance, ensuring timely and effective implementation of emerging or ad hoc initiatives.
• Drive the implementation of risk and governance topics with a holistic, end-to-end awareness for ICT-environments, ensuring alignment across business units, data domains, and the broader organizational architecture.

Your profile

Why Deutsche Börse Group?

We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential. Our standards go far beyond simply matching candidates with the right position.

Mobility

We enable you to move freely with our job tickets, job (e-)bikes and free parking opportunities.

Work environment

Collaboration, communication, or deep focus – in our modern office buildings you will find the perfect work environment. Free drinks and food and meal allowances included.

Health and wellbeing

We care for your health and wellbeing and besides various health promotion measures we offer you a group accident insurance and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.

Financial stability

We provide financial stability by offering attractive salaries, company pension schemes, participation in our Group Share Plan, as well as bonuses, subsidies and discounts.

Hybrid work

Collaborate and exchange on-site or work remotely several days a week in line with business needs and local regulations. Our hybrid working model combines the best of both worlds.

Flexible working hours

We want your job to fit your life situation and offer flexible working time models, childcare allowance, or the possibility to study alongside your job.

Internationality

Our market infrastructures are globally connected. Working with us means collaborating with like-minded colleagues across over 60 locations from more than 100 nations.

Development

We promote individual development by offering internal development programmes, mentoring, further education and training budgets.