Robert Don
About Robert Don
Robert Don serves as the Chapter Lead and Technology Risk Specialist for the CDIO Group Functions Finance & CTO at UBS, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in IT risk and control, having held various roles at UBS since 1999, and has a strong academic background in Electrical Engineering and Computer and Information Science.
Work at UBS
Robert Don has held multiple roles at UBS, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to technology risk management. He currently serves as Chapter Lead and Technology Risk Specialist in the CDIO Group Functions Finance & CTO since 2021. Prior to this, he worked as TRM Lead, Group CTO IT Risk & Control Specialist from 2018 to 2021, and as Investment Bank IT Risk & Control Specialist from 2012 to 2016. His experience also includes roles in Wealth Management Americas and Integrated Managed Services, showcasing a comprehensive background in IT risk across various sectors of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Robert Don holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Fairfield University and a Master's degree in Computer and Information Science from the University of New Haven. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in technology risk management and IT controls. This academic training, combined with his extensive professional experience, equips him with the necessary skills to effectively manage and mitigate technology risks within financial services.
Background
Before joining UBS, Robert Don worked at MECA Software, L.L.C. as a Senior Software Engineer and Systems Administrator from 1998 to 1999. His early career laid the groundwork for his transition into technology risk management. Over the years, he has developed a deep understanding of IT risk and control processes, which he has applied throughout his tenure at UBS in various leadership roles.
Achievements
Robert Don has consistently achieved a 100% closure rate of Operational Risk Issues (ORIs) assigned to CDIO Group Finance, demonstrating effective remediation management. He has successfully supported internal and external audits, achieving the highest audit closure rating with no new issues raised. Additionally, he played a key role in establishing the CDIO Group Functions Technology Risk Center of Excellence, consolidating Risk and Controls-related processes across multiple departments.
Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
In his current role, Robert Don ensures compliance with US regulatory requirements by overseeing the FINRA mandated Series 99 change review process for critical business applications. He also drives compliance with non-functional Minimum Enterprise Requirements (MERs) and Key Procedural Controls (KPCs) to manage cyber threat exposure within defined risk appetites. His efforts contribute to maintaining a robust risk management framework within the organization.