VP Of Digital Assets

Position: Vice Present (Digital Asset)

Duration: Contract to Permanent - 6 Months

Environment: Hybrid in Dallas, TX

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Non-Financial Risk (NFR) Governance professional to help build and operationalize the risk, compliance, and governance framework for a new Digital Assets Trust entity. This role will be instrumental in designing and implementing governance programs across Operational Risk, Compliance Risk Management, and Fiduciary/Trust oversight as the organization prepares for launch, regulatory examinations, and ongoing growth.

The ideal candidate combines deep financial services risk and compliance expertise with exposure to digital assets/crypto and a proven track record of standing up governance programs in highly regulated environments. This individual will work closely with business leaders, compliance, legal, and regulatory stakeholders to establish a robust control environment from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage Non-Financial Risk (NFR) governance frameworks for the Digital Assets Trust entity.
• Develop and enhance Operational Risk governance, controls, oversight, and risk management programs.
• Build and operationalize Compliance Risk Management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Establish governance structures to support regulatory readiness and examination preparedness.
• Create, maintain, and improve risk frameworks, standards, policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms.
• Partner with business, risk, legal, compliance, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulatory and operational requirements.
• Provide advisory support on risk and compliance considerations related to digital asset custody and trust operations.
• Establish and oversee Fiduciary and Trust governance programs, ensuring alignment with applicable trust and fiduciary regulations.
• Monitor emerging regulatory expectations related to digital assets and implement appropriate governance measures.
• Serve as a strategic advisor while remaining hands-on in the execution and implementation of governance initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Financial Services Risk Management, Compliance, Audit, Controls, or Governance functions.
• Strong compliance-focused mindset with significant experience in regulated financial services environments.
• Direct exposure to Digital Assets, Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, or Institutional Digital Asset Custody operations.
• Demonstrated success building and operationalizing governance, risk, or compliance frameworks from inception.
• Experience interacting with regulators and supporting regulatory examinations and audits.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles, internal controls, governance, and regulatory expectations.
• Knowledge of Trust Law, Fiduciary Law, and Part 9 fiduciary/trust requirements.
• Ability to effectively partner across business, compliance, legal, risk, audit, and regulatory functions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Dallas,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.