Director, Enterprise Risk

The Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) plays a critical leadership role in advancing Digital Realty’s global risk strategy. Partnering closely with the VP of Risk Management & Insurance and senior leadership, this role helps shape enterprise‑wide risk and resilience strategies and leads the execution of those strategies across the organization.

You will drive the maturity of the ERM framework, enhance risk visibility, and strengthen strategic decision‑making that aligns with Digital Realty’s long‑term business goals. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong business acumen, exceptional collaboration skills, and the proven ability to influence leaders across a global organization.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the implementation of enterprise risk strategies in partnership with operational and executive leadership.
• Enhance and operationalize Digital Realty’s ERM framework and methodology, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy.
• Oversee the annual enterprise risk cycle, including identification, assessment, prioritization, and risk response planning.
• Maintain a comprehensive risk taxonomy spanning strategic, operational, technology, financial, regulatory, and ESG-related risks.
• Co-develop governance and reporting strategies and deliver ERM reporting to senior leadership, the Audit Committee, and the Board.
• Support the development and maintenance of KRIs, KPIs, and risk analytics aligned with risk appetite and performance targets.
• Drive consistency and quality in operational risk assessments across global teams.
• Partner with Internal Audit, Legal, Compliance, ESG, and Information Security to strengthen governance and oversight.
• Prepare materials and minutes for quarterly Executive Risk & Compliance Committee meetings.
• Advise business units on risk mitigation strategies and lead execution of action plans.
• Facilitate risk workshops, scenario planning sessions, and strategic risk discussions.
• Co-develop and execute long term ERM and resilience roadmaps and enhance tools, processes, policies, and training.
• Monitor emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry trends relevant to digital infrastructure.
• Promote a risk aware culture through education and stakeholder engagement.
• Evaluate and implement risk technology solutions to support automation, analytics, and reporting.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in ERM, operational risk, or a related discipline.
• Experience developing and maturing enterprise risk strategies in large, complex global organizations.
• Hands on experience using ERM/GRC software for risk assessment programs; ServiceNow experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to develop executive  and board level reports.
• Strong knowledge of ERM frameworks (COSO, ISO 31000).
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and executive reporting skills.
• Demonstrated influence and collaboration capabilities across all levels, including executives and global stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and structured problem solving abilities.

Preferred

• Experience in data centers, technology infrastructure, cloud, telecommunications, or real estate.
• Professional certifications (CRM, ARM, CRMP, CERA, CPA, CIA).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST), business continuity standards, and ESG risk concepts.

A Bit About Us

Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL®, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx®) methodology for powering innovation and managing Data Gravity challenges. With 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 25+ countries, we connect customers to the data communities that matter most.

Learn more at digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

What We Can Offer You

Our rapidly evolving business sector gives you the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team working together to meet the changing needs of global customers. You’ll join a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work, collaborate with colleagues from across the business, and influence how we operate.

We offer development opportunities that empower you to build a rewarding and successful career with us. Apply today and take charge of your future.

Health and Safety

Safety is foundational to everything we do. From safeguarding lives to protecting assets and data, our commitment to excellence drives our safety culture. Every member of Team Digital embraces a relentless pursuit of working safely. Together we are Safely Powering Progress.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Our compensation philosophy centers on rewarding employees for achieving results aligned with the company’s goals and values.

NOTES:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or Company policy.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.
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