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IT Risk & Controls Analyst - Fintech

AT Booking.com
Booking.com

IT Risk & Controls Analyst - Fintech

Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We're the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

Role Description:

As an IT Risk & Controls Analyst you will be part of the Risk & Controls team responsible for supporting developers and tech teams from the FinTech Business Unit to identify risks, design, implement, maintain & monitor IT controls in line with our risk appetite and to ensure compliance. You will help us build and improve our IT general control framework ensuring that IT risks Booking.com faces are identified and addressed in a pragmatic and efficient way.

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Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Support the FinTech business unit to understand risks according to SOx, Security, GDPR, business continuity, PCI-DSS etc. requirements and assist them in determining optimal controls to mitigate risks in the FinTech and Payments environment
  • Perform comprehensive IT risk assessments and assist process and control owners in determining and designing optimal controls to mitigate risks
  • Support the business to design controls based on risks in support areas for the IT and business processes
  • Monitor changes occurring to the platforms and processes to guide stakeholder to aim sustaining compliance by design
  • Help build and improve Booking's control framework across technologies, maintain our Booking.com risk taxonomy and controls catalogue by providing general and technical guidance on how to maintain relevant controls

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience gained within the following areas IT Risk Management, IT audit and compliance and IT general control design
  • Experienced in Risk Management activities and regulations like SOx, PCI or GDPR. Experience within the FinTech or Payments industry is a big plus.
  • Hands on experience with leading risk assessments and financial audits in a technologically dynamic environment, going beyond the standard risks around Access and Change Management
  • Familiar with applicable IT frameworks like COBIT, NIST, ITIL or ISO 27001, 20000, 22301, etc.
  • Familiar with technology platforms (Kubernetes, MySQL, Linux, AWS, Azure, GCP, etc) and DevOps tools (e.g. Gitlab, Jenkins, Harness, Terraform, etc). Hands-on experience in the tools above or in Security is a big plus.
  • Familiar with ServiceNow, Google Suite, Jira tools (or similar)
  • Able to self-motivate, organise and take responsibility for own workload to ensure that deadlines and objectives are met

Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance:

Booking.com's Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:

  • Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
  • Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
  • Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Booking.com:

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.

Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: "At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn't just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It's a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech."

We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Application Process:

  • Let's go places together: How we Hire
  • This role does not come with relocation assistance.

Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.

Client-provided location(s): Amsterdam, Netherlands
Job ID: booking-14592
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Dental Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Professional Coaching
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training