Assistant Vice President – Technology Risk Management

Key Responsibilities Define and implement technology risk strategy aligned to Nasdaq’s Enterprise Risk Management framework and risk appetite Apply Financial Market Infrastructure (FMI) and market‑structure knowledge to assess technology risk across the full trading lifecycle and supporting market services Lead all aspects of technology risk coverage across regulated exchanges and critical infrastructure, as well as technology solutions businesses including data, analytics, SaaS, cloud, and digital platforms Provide senior oversight and challenge across topics including cyber security, cloud, third‑party risk, operational resilience, and technology change Support regulatory examinations and ongoing engagement with U.S. and European regulators as required (e.g. SEC, CFTC, ESMA, European national regulators) Prepare and present technology risk insights to Boards, executive committees, and senior governance forums Drive risk management initiatives for emerging technologies, including AI/ML, digital assets, quantum and cloud adoption Lead, coordinate, and develop a globally distributed technology risk team, setting clear priorities and standards Partner with and challenge the 1st line operations teams as required to enhance the controls environment Collaborate with the broader Group Risk Team, Legal, Compliance, InfoSec and Internal Audit teams to maximise the value of combined assurance across 2nd and 3rd line teams Required Qualifications Extensive validated experience in technology risk, operational risk, cyber risk, or technology leadership within financial services, exchanges / market infrastructure Confirmed ability to pair business knowledge of the exchanges industry with technology risk management concepts Experience supporting or overseeing regulated market infrastructure alongside unregulated or commercial technology businesses Proven experience presenting to Boards, senior management, and regulators in the U.S. and Europe Experience managing risk across a portfolio of businesses with varied risk appetites Technical and Risk Expertise Strong knowledge of cyber security, operational resilience, cloud, third‑party risk Understanding of critical market infrastructure requirements, including availability, recovery, capacity, and incident management Experience governing risks related to AI, digital assets, and cloud technologies If you have any relevant certifications or qualifications in Technology Risk, Operational Risk, Cyber Security, AI, Digital Risk, or Cloud (e.g. CISSP, CISM, or equivalent), please state those in your resume. This position is located in Stockholm, Sweden, and offers a hybrid work environment with at least 3 days per week in the office. About Nasdaq Stockholm Our new Nasdaq Stockholm office is located at Mäster Samuelsgatan 56, right in the heart of the city. The building is easily accessible by public transport—just steps from T-centralen and several major bus stops. The workspace is designed for flexibility and collaboration, with open neighborhoods that support both focused work and teamwork. Nasdaq is a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where everyone is encouraged to take initiative, challenge the status quo, and take intelligent risks. We want everyone to feel welcome and bring their authentic self to work. Every day, we build a culture where we all feel connected, supported, and empowered. ​ What We Offer Competitive base salary Annual bonus Annual equity grant Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares Pension plan 32 paid vacation days 6 additional days off per year Fitness Allowance/Friskvårdsbidrag Work from (almost) anywhere – up to 20 days/year Paid time off to volunteer Health insurance 24/7 mental health support for you and your family Access to e-learning platforms Learn more on our Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page . Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process. To learn how Nasdaq collects and uses your personal data during the recruitment process, please review our Job Applicant Data Protection Notice .