Risk and Compliance Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of risk professionals, fostering a supportive environment through coaching and mentorship.
• Identify technology-related risks across core DevOps platforms, including public cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) and on-premise infrastructure.
• Advise technical stakeholders on IT risk, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance, providing sustainable control design proposals.
• Embed secure software development principles and tooling (SAST, DAST, SCA) into CI/CD pipelines and BAU development practices.
• Formulate and implement tactical plans for Platform Risk Management aligned with Central Tech business objectives.
• Drive risk and compliance awareness across the business unit to ensure security without significantly impacting development velocity.
• Collaborate with second-line risk teams and internal/external auditors to ensure alignment with enterprise risk management strategies.

Requirements

• 8-12 years of relevant experience in risk, control, or audit/assurance.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Deep expertise in IT General Controls (ITGCs), particularly within fast-paced DevOps environments.
• Strong understanding of technology risk management for public cloud platforms and DevOps tooling.
• Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks including GDPR, PCI-DSS, SOX, and CCPA.
• Familiarity with industry-standard cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO27001, or CIS.
• Knowledge of secure software development practices and security tooling.
• Proven ability to manage people and influence senior technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Security).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including bonuses and stock potential.
• 29 vacation days and generous paid leave schemes.
• Hybrid working arrangements and the ability to work from abroad for up to 20 days per year.
• Full relocation support to Amsterdam.
• Industry-leading product discounts via the "Booking Deal."
• Access to online learning platforms, mentorship programs, and Headspace membership.
• On-site meals, coffee, and snacks.

About the Company

Booking.com is a leading global travel platform that connects millions of travelers with incredible experiences worldwide. Based in Amsterdam, we foster a diverse, international, and performance-driven culture where innovation meets travel.