IT Risk Management

IT Risk Management refers to coordinated activities to direct and control an enterprise with regard to risk.

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Whether you’re transitioning into IT Risk Management or looking to advance your career, this diagram can help you navigate your professional advancement.

Common Feeder Functional Areas IT Risk Analysis IT Audit Management IT Risk Consulting IT Governance GRC Common Next Functional Areas Risk Executive Audit Executive IT RiskManagement US$150kAverage Annual Salary Senior Level DIRECTLY RELATED ROLES IT Risk Manager Director of IT RiskManagement
IT Risk Analysis IT Audit Management IT Risk Consulting IT Governance GRC Common Feeder Functional Areas IT Risk Manager Director of IT RiskManagement DIRECTLY RELATED ROLES IT RiskManagement US$150kAverage Annual Salary Senior Level Common Next Functional Areas < Risk Executive Audit Executive

Employer requirements for IT Risk Management roles

According to market employment data, these are the most prominent business skills required to excel in the IT Risk Management area and requested by employers:

  • Risk Management
  • Management
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Auditing
  • Risk Analysis
  • Problem Solving
  • Operations
  • Consulting

IT Risk Management roles generally require an undergraduate degree.

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