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Why we're hiring:

The Technology Risk & Controls TechOps Senior Specialist operates as part of the second line Technology Risk & Controls function, working under the direction of the Technology Risk & Controls Lead. The TechOps Senior Specialist provides deep technical subject matter expertise across Technology Operations environments, including infrastructure, cloud platforms, databases, and identity tooling. This role delivers independent assurance over complex technical control environments, ensuring control design and operation are robust, scalable, and aligned to regulatory and audit expectations.

What you'll be doing:

Key Accountabilities

Technical SME

Act as SME across infrastructure and platform controls, including:
Cloud platforms (e.g. GCP, Azure)
Operating systems (e.g. Linux, Windows)
Databases (e.g. SQL and related technologies)
Identity & access management (e.g. Okta, PAM tooling such as BeyondTrust)
Assess design and effectiveness of technical controls (access, patching, logging, monitoring, resilience)

Controls Assurance

Lead assurance over Technology Operations control environments
Review complex architectures and translate them into control risks and required controls
Ensure controls are implemented in a scalable and audit-compliant manner

Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams
Provide clear, pragmatic guidance on control expectations within technical environments
Challenge technical teams where control risks are not adequately mitigated

Risk & Decision Making

Evaluate technical risks and provide clear recommendations on remediation or acceptance
Support prioritisation of remediation activities based on risk and business impact

Audit & External Engagement

Act as SME for technical audits (internal and external, including SOX)
Support complex audit queries relating to infrastructure and cloud controls

Continuous Improvement

Drive improvement in technical control maturity across platforms
Support standardisation of TechOps control frameworks and patterns

What you'll need:

Strong technical background in infrastructure and cloud environments
Hands-on knowledge of GCP, Linux, Windows, SQL, IAM tooling (Okta, BeyondTrust etc.)
Deep understanding of ITGCs within technical environments
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to bridge technical and controls/audit requirements

Who you are:

You're open:We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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Technology Risk & Controls Senior Specialist, ET & Corporate