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Manager - Cyber Risk & Analysis As a Technology Risk Manager, you will drive strategy and execute on high priority projects for the company in the Card Technology Risk area. The successful candidate ...

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Manager, Cyber Risk & Analysis

Mclean, VA

$112.20K - $151.60K/yr

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Manager, Cyber Risk & Analysis

New York, NY

$121.40K - $164.10K/yr

Manager, Cyber Risk & Analysis Capital One is one of the fastest growing organizations in the world today, powered by our passion for our customers. We are serious about technology, we dream big, and ...

Manager, Cyber Risk & Analysis

Mclean, VA · On-site

$112.20K - $151.60K/yr

Manager, Cyber Risk & Analysis Capital One is one of the fastest growing organizations in the world today, powered by our passion for our customers. We are serious about technology, we dream big, and ...

Cyber Risk Analyst (TS/SCI) Reston, VA, USA Full-time Clearance: Top Secret/SCI Summary: Warnings about cyber threats are everywhere and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make ...

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How much do cyber risk jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber risk in the United States is $128,882.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,000.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cyber Risk professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cyber Risk professional, you need a solid understanding of information security principles, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance frameworks, often supported by a degree in cybersecurity, IT, or related fields. Familiarity with tools such as SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, and relevant certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CRISC is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you identify risks and convey complex security issues to diverse stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for protecting organizational assets, ensuring compliance, and proactively managing evolving cyber threats.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in a Cyber Risk role, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Cyber Risk roles often encounter challenges such as rapidly evolving cyber threats, balancing business needs with security requirements, and managing cross-departmental communication. Staying current with emerging risks and regulatory changes requires continuous learning and adaptability. Effective collaboration with IT, legal, and business units is crucial to implement practical risk mitigation strategies. Building strong relationships and clear communication channels within the organization can help address these challenges and ensure cyber risk is managed proactively.

What is cyber risk?

Cyber risk refers to the potential for financial loss, disruption, or damage to an organization due to the failure of its information technology systems. This includes threats such as data breaches, hacking, malware, ransomware, and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Managing cyber risk involves identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and creating response plans to minimize the impact of cyber incidents. Organizations often employ specialists to assess and mitigate these risks, ensuring the safety of their digital assets.

What is the difference between Cyber Risk vs Cyber Security Analyst?

AspectCyber RiskCyber Security Analyst
Primary FocusIdentifying, assessing, and managing cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilitiesMonitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats and incidents
Required CredentialsCertifications like CISSP, CISM, CRISC; risk management experienceCertifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP; technical security skills
Work EnvironmentRisk management teams, compliance departments, strategic planningSecurity operations centers, IT teams, incident response teams
Industry UsageUsed across finance, healthcare, government for risk mitigationUsed in IT and cybersecurity departments for threat defense

While both roles focus on cybersecurity, Cyber Risk professionals primarily assess and manage potential threats at a strategic level, whereas Cyber Security Analysts focus on technical threat detection and response. Understanding these differences helps organizations allocate resources effectively and align roles with their security objectives.

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Infographic showing various Cyber Risk job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,882 per year, or $62 per hour.
Director, Cyber Risk Services

Director, Cyber Risk Services

Travelers Companies (Import)

Hartford, CT • On-site

$132.80K - $219.10K/yr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Travelers Insurance rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 259 rated insurance


Job description

Who Are We?

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range

$132,800.00 - $219,100.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

Travelers Insurance is seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Director within our Cyber Risk Services job family. This role is responsible for influencing underwriting decisions, and contributing their expertise towards cybersecurity initiatives that strengthen our clients' Cyber insurance portfolio. As a Director, you will work with the team and skillfully apply your expertise for Cyber Risk Services within the business. You will ensure timely and professional responses to our policyholders, brokers and underwriters about our team's services via our customer service ticketing system and on phone calls. This role requires partnering and maintaining strong working relationships with key constituents (e.g., business units, underwriters, brokers and policyholders) while contributing to the team to drive solutions that mitigate risk.

What Will You Do?

  • Monitor and drive the direction of the team, overseeing the adoption of new Cyber Risk Services that meet policyholder needs.
  • Help define and execute the strategic roadmap for cyber risk services.
  • Conduct the most complex comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats for policyholders.
  • Build cross-department relationships with business, tech, underwriting, as well as externally with broker and vendors.
  • Oversee the team's responses to policyholder, broker or underwriter escalations.
  • Drive actionable recommendations to policyholders on how to mitigate identified highly complex cyber risks, including driving product development of risk prevention and recovery services.
  • Provide human resources management, including coaching, performance management, team development and growth, and workforce planning
  • Represent Travelers at industry events and thought leadership forums.
  • Partner with Underwriting and business leads. Provide direction and coaching for more complex projects.
  • Promote a deep understanding of the evolving cyber threat landscape, including emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques on the team.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex
  • technical concepts to a diverse audience
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP) are highly desirable.
  • Proven ability to lead and facilitate advanced training sessions, presentations, and tabletop exercises.
  • 7+ years of experience in the insurance, legal or cyber industries.
  • If managing employees, must have previous management / leadership experience

What is a Must Have?

  • Proven track record of effective problem-solving and critical thinking.
  • Extensive knowledge of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and what causes cyber attacks and claims.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct detailed risk
  • assessments and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a team, in working cross-functionally with underwriters, brokers and policyholders.
  • If managing employees, must have experience directly or indirectly leading people

What Is in It for You?

  • Health Insurance:Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement:Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off:Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program:The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement:We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Employment Practices

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.

In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.


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We are an insurance company that cares. Travelers takes on the risk and provides the coverage you need to protect the things that are important to you — your home, your car, your valuables and your business — so you don’t have to worry. We have been around for more than 165 years and have earned a reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry because we take care of our customers. Our expertise and focus on innovation have made us a leader in personal, business and specialty insurance and the only property casualty company in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Every day, our approximately 30,000 employees and 13,500 independent agents and brokers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Ireland help provide peace of mind to our customers.

Industry

Insurance services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1853