Principal Risk Specialist, Tech & Cyber Risk

Capital One Financial

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Work type
On-site
Location
McLean, VARichmond, VA
Salary
$131,300–$149,800 / yr
Posted
85 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $141k
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This role pays less than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $142,712–$214,975 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $141k versus about $179k for comparable roles.

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About Capital One Financial

Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking

Capital One Financial currently has 998 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Principal Risk Specialist, Tech & Cyber Risk

Principal Risk Specialist, Tech & Cyber Risk | Retail Bank serves as a key member of the Business Risk Office, where you will drive end-to-end risk management for the technology portfolio. You will partner with engineering, operations, and cyber teams to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with AI implementations, large-scale architecture transformations, and the integration of acquired companies. Your daily responsibilities include managing the lifecycle of risk assessments, tracking remediation efforts, monitoring key metrics, and performing RCSA workflows. To succeed, you must possess strong project management, analytical, and communication skills to navigate complex landscapes. The role requires proficiency in data analysis tools like SQL, Tableau, or Power BI, alongside knowledge of risk frameworks such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP certifications. You will ensure the security of the technology ecosystem within a highly regulated financial services environment.

What you'll do

  • Conduct end-to-end technology and cyber risk assessments from initial identification through remediation tracking.
  • Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with AI implementations and large-scale architecture transformations.
  • Manage the integration of acquired companies into the existing technology infrastructure.
  • Design and implement process improvements to streamline risk identification and mitigation workflows.
  • Monitor key risk metrics and dashboards to ensure compliance with enterprise policies.
  • Prepare accurate documentation and data for audit engagements to ensure transparency in risk posture.
  • Lead Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) workflows to improve operational efficiency.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive risk measurement frameworks to provide actionable insights for senior leadership.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 5+ years of experience in Technology Risk Management, Cybersecurity, IT Audit, or Technology Consulting.
  • Must possess strong project management skills to lead complex, cross-functional risk or technology projects using agile or waterfall methodologies.
  • Must demonstrate advanced communication and advisory skills to influence stakeholders across engineering, operations, and cyber functions.
  • Must have experience managing end-to-end risk assessments, including identification, evaluation, remediation tracking, and closure.
  • Preferred: Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or Excel Pivot Tables.
  • Preferred: Knowledge of RCSA frameworks and familiarity with AI risk management frameworks.
  • Preferred: Relevant certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or AIGP.
  • Preferred: Experience working in large financial services institutions or highly regulated environments.

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