Associate Risk Manager Jobs in Riverton, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Alternate Locations: Work from Home; Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)
Work Arrangement:
Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.
Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.
Requisition #: 76365
The Role at a Glance
As an IT & Cyber Risk Assessment Specialist, you will apply functional knowledge related to identifying, assessing, reporting and mitigating IT and Cyber risk for the enterprise. You will proactively collaborate with business and technology leadership and other stakeholders to develop, recommend, and implement mitigation solutions. You will support the development of measures to monitor effectiveness and progress of risk mitigation approaches.
What you'll be doing

• Maintains knowledge of current and emerging information security trends, threats, technologies, regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and AI-related risks applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Supports departmental and enterprise initiatives by contributing to change management efforts, team objectives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Performs information security risk management activities and delivers on assigned projects while building expertise within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and quality and communicates recommendations to management.
• Conducts information security risk assessments of third-party vendors by reviewing security questionnaires, audit reports, control documentation, and other supporting evidence.
• Evaluates assessment results and assists in determining third-party information security risk profiles using established methodologies, company policies, and industry standards.
• Develops recommendations to address identified security gaps and collaborates with internal stakeholders and external parties to support risk mitigation and remediation efforts.
• Documents assessment activities, findings, recommendations, and communications within approved governance, risk, and compliance platforms.
• Responds to requests regarding the organization's information security practices by providing accurate, approved, and professionally written information.
• Partners with business stakeholders, risk functions, and other teams across the enterprise to support risk assessment activities, remediation tracking, and risk management efforts.
• Collects, maintains, and analyzes assessment and risk management data to support program oversight, reporting, and decision-making.
• Assists in the preparation of metrics, dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate assessment results, risk trends, remediation progress, and program performance to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identifies trends, reporting opportunities, and data quality improvements to support continuous improvement efforts and informed decision-making.
• Applies critical thinking to analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources, including security questionnaires, audit reports, assessment evidence, policies, standards, and stakeholder discussions, to develop clear findings, recommendations, and reporting.
• Communicates effectively through both written and verbal channels, tailoring messages, reports, and presentations to technical, business, and leadership audiences.
• Assists in the development, maintenance, and implementation of information security standards, policies, procedures, and related documentation.
• Evaluates security considerations associated with third-party AI solutions and provides input based on established policies, standards, and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to learn emerging technologies, including AI, and explores opportunities to improve team processes, reporting, and analysis capabilities.

What we're looking for

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
• 1 - 3+ Years of Information Security experience that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret both internal and external documents such as general media/publications, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, policies, proposals, and standard operating procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and multi-task while maintaining strict attention to detail.
• Demonstrates solid project management skills including, critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative style.
• Demonstrates the ability to use sound judgment and discretion regarding confidential information.
• Finds common ground and can gain collaboration among management, colleagues and peers; can influence outcomes without directing or commanding.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Successfully completes regulatory and job training requirements.
• Agile Mindset; awareness/understanding of Agile methodologies (Preferred)

Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2026, and the posting may be taken down early due to applicant volume.
What's it like to work here?
At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.
What's in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
• PTO/parental leave
• Competitive 401K and employee benefits
• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
• Tuition assistance program
• Work arrangements that work for you
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $75,000 - $120,000 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package.
About The Company
Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.
With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.
Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.
Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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If you are interested in a career at Lincoln, we encourage you to review our current openings and apply on our website. Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.
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Additional Information
This position may be subject to Lincoln's Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln's current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.
Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.
Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling (866) 922-6543.
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