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Location: Poland, United States - Connecticut, United States - New Jersey, United States - New York, United States - North Carolina
Job Type: Full Time
Key responsibilities
Are you passionate about protecting the firm from undue Cyber and technology risk? Do you enjoy working within a collaborative team to improve the risk posture of the organization? Are you exceptionally good at building relationships and influencing outcomes?
We’re looking for a CORC Cyber Risk Controller to:
- collaborate with GCOO colleagues to address short-term and long-term strategic Cyber Risk remediation
- formulate Cyber Risk opinions, including emerging and Third-Party Cyber Risks
- provide credible and actionable challenge and assurance to our First Line of Defense colleagues on the design and operational effectiveness of cyber security and technology controls across UBS globally
- ensure that information security and Cyber-related risks are understood, owned, and managed
- provide review and challenge to our businesses on projects, emerging technologies, new initiatives, technology processes, risk, incidents and controls
- perform data analysis, deep dive investigations, controls testing, drive specific risk initiatives as required and in support of activities such as deep dive reviews, and risk assessments
- understand and comply with key regulatory and external audit requirements and ensure appropriate treatment and attention is provided by the risk owner
- support the GCORC Risk Management team with relevant data from Cyber Risk team for their reporting delivered to higher management
The team
You will be working in our Global Compliance & Operations Risk Control (GCORC) team, part of the Second line-of-defense. Our team brings together skillsets and background in cyber/information security, technical engineering, emerging technologies, IT risk and controls, and a variety of other 1st, 2nd and 3rd line experience. We are a department which values Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and is committed to realizing the firm’s D&I ambition which is an integral part of our global cultural values.
Your skills and experience
We welcome a candidate with proven experience in technology and cyber risk management, including in financial services industry, with an understanding of applying business context to technology risk. Other qualifications include:
- ideally 10+ years of relevant Cyber/Security experience i.e., leading and/or contributing to Cybersecurity solutions
- experience supporting technology conversations with technology subject matter experts, auditors, and regulators
- ability to evaluate Cyber Risk testing results and drive both tactical and strategic remediation outcomes with a diverse group of stakeholders
- adaptability to be able to swiftly move between cross-functional cyber disciplines, such as Data Protection, Identity & Access Management, Cyber Hygiene/Defense
- experience of managing Third-Party Cyber Risks, including software risks, incident management calls, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
- understanding of technology risk / cyber security frameworks (such as NIST & CRI)
- experience of leading, influencing, negotiating and/or remediating audit risk reduction
- experience of working in a tightly regulated Cyber control environment is a must, where experience of working with SOX controls would be advantageous
- being able to combine technical knowledge with risk appetite metrics to drive thematic risk assessments and assurance activities
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- proven ability to manage work effectively under pressure and deliver work accurately and quickly
- ability to challenge the status quo and join the dots across disciplines
- ability to translate risk assessments into clear, actionable feedback for business partners and deliver succinct messages for board level syndication
- experience of ITIL processes, Secure Software Development, software patching lifecycle, AI and digital asset technologies are a plus
- certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CEH or equivalents are a plus
- You’re curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use
About us
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.
Salary information
The indicative gross base salary range as a full-time equivalent role:
- United States - New Jersey - Weehawken min USD 200000 - max USD 275000
- United States - New York - New York min USD 200000 - max USD 275000 /annum
The expected salary for this role will be determined by relevant factors which may include but are not limited to, role-required experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. UBS offers a range of competitive benefits and for further information, please visit ubs.com/employee-benefits. We may, at our sole discretion, provide additional variable compensation or awards.
Join us
At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
Senior CORC Cyber Risk Controller
Location: Poland, United States - Connecticut, United States - New Jersey, United States - New York, United States - North Carolina
Job Type: Full Time
Key responsibilities
Are you passionate about protecting the firm from undue Cyber and technology risk? Do you enjoy working within a collaborative team to improve the risk posture of the organization? Are you exceptionally good at building relationships and influencing outcomes?
We’re looking for a CORC Cyber Risk Controller to:
- collaborate with GCOO colleagues to address short-term and long-term strategic Cyber Risk remediation
- formulate Cyber Risk opinions, including emerging and Third-Party Cyber Risks
- provide credible and actionable challenge and assurance to our First Line of Defense colleagues on the design and operational effectiveness of cyber security and technology controls across UBS globally
- ensure that information security and Cyber-related risks are understood, owned, and managed
- provide review and challenge to our businesses on projects, emerging technologies, new initiatives, technology processes, risk, incidents and controls
- perform data analysis, deep dive investigations, controls testing, drive specific risk initiatives as required and in support of activities such as deep dive reviews, and risk assessments
- understand and comply with key regulatory and external audit requirements and ensure appropriate treatment and attention is provided by the risk owner
- support the GCORC Risk Management team with relevant data from Cyber Risk team for their reporting delivered to higher management
The team
You will be working in our Global Compliance & Operations Risk Control (GCORC) team, part of the Second line-of-defense. Our team brings together skillsets and background in cyber/information security, technical engineering, emerging technologies, IT risk and controls, and a variety of other 1st, 2nd and 3rd line experience. We are a department which values Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and is committed to realizing the firm’s D&I ambition which is an integral part of our global cultural values.
Your skills and experience
We welcome a candidate with proven experience in technology and cyber risk management, including in financial services industry, with an understanding of applying business context to technology risk. Other qualifications include:
- ideally 10+ years of relevant Cyber/Security experience i.e., leading and/or contributing to Cybersecurity solutions
- experience supporting technology conversations with technology subject matter experts, auditors, and regulators
- ability to evaluate Cyber Risk testing results and drive both tactical and strategic remediation outcomes with a diverse group of stakeholders
- adaptability to be able to swiftly move between cross-functional cyber disciplines, such as Data Protection, Identity & Access Management, Cyber Hygiene/Defense
- experience of managing Third-Party Cyber Risks, including software risks, incident management calls, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
- understanding of technology risk / cyber security frameworks (such as NIST & CRI)
- experience of leading, influencing, negotiating and/or remediating audit risk reduction
- experience of working in a tightly regulated Cyber control environment is a must, where experience of working with SOX controls would be advantageous
- being able to combine technical knowledge with risk appetite metrics to drive thematic risk assessments and assurance activities
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- proven ability to manage work effectively under pressure and deliver work accurately and quickly
- ability to challenge the status quo and join the dots across disciplines
- ability to translate risk assessments into clear, actionable feedback for business partners and deliver succinct messages for board level syndication
- experience of ITIL processes, Secure Software Development, software patching lifecycle, AI and digital asset technologies are a plus
- certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CEH or equivalents are a plus
- You’re curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use
About us
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.
Salary information
The indicative gross base salary range as a full-time equivalent role:
- United States - New Jersey - Weehawken min USD 200000 - max USD 275000
- United States - New York - New York min USD 200000 - max USD 275000 /annum
The expected salary for this role will be determined by relevant factors which may include but are not limited to, role-required experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. UBS offers a range of competitive benefits and for further information, please visit ubs.com/employee-benefits. We may, at our sole discretion, provide additional variable compensation or awards.
Join us
At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the Assistant Controller position. A degree in accounting or finance is cleanest. A business administration degree works if your coursework included substantial accounting components, document that alignment before applications.
Search LCA filings for active sponsors
Filter OFLC disclosure data for Assistant Controller and similar titles like Accounting Manager or Financial Controller. Employers who filed LCAs in the past two years are already set up to sponsor, which shortens your timeline from offer to petition.
Use Migrate Mate to target verified sponsors
Search Assistant Controller roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. You'll skip companies that have never sponsored and focus on ones with an established H-1B process for finance roles.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target title and metro area through OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the Level I or Level II prevailing wage, so knowing those thresholds helps you negotiate within a range USCIS will approve.
Ask employers about their cap-exempt filing options
Some controllers work for nonprofits, universities, or research institutions that file cap-exempt H-1B petitions. These employers can file any time of year with no lottery. If you're open to those sectors, they're worth prioritizing during your search.
Request premium processing when your start date is fixed
Assistant Controller roles often have defined onboarding dates tied to quarter-end or audit cycles. Premium processing gives USCIS a 15-business-day adjudication target, reducing the risk of a delayed approval disrupting a scheduled start.
H-1B Visa Assistant Controller: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Controller role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats Assistant Controller positions as specialty occupations because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. The employer must document that the position's duties require that specific theoretical and practical knowledge. Roles that accept any degree field regardless of discipline are harder to defend, so the job description wording matters.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Assistant Controller positions?
Mid-size and large companies with in-house accounting departments sponsor these roles most consistently, including publicly traded corporations, private equity-backed firms, healthcare systems, and manufacturing companies with complex consolidations. You can identify active sponsors by reviewing DOL LCA disclosure data filtered to financial controller and accounting manager titles. Migrate Mate shows this filing history by employer so you can target your applications efficiently.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Assistant Controller job offers?
Before filing the H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified LCA from DOL confirming the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the role in your work location. Prevailing wages for Assistant Controller positions vary by metro area and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to check the Level I through Level IV thresholds for your target city before finalizing your offer letter.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Assistant Controller jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, provided your current H-1B is valid and you haven't violated your status. The new employer files a transfer petition and you don't need to restart the cap process. You can continue working during adjudication without waiting for approval.
Does an Assistant Controller role at a CPA firm or accounting services company qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but accounting and professional services firms often structure these roles differently than corporate employers. If the position involves supervising client engagements or managing firm operations rather than general ledger oversight, USCIS will look closely at whether a specialized degree is genuinely required. The O*NET occupation profile for Financial Managers and similar titles can help document that the role meets the specialty occupation standard.