Director, Risk Management
Mclean, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financialservices industry experience or regulatory ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financialservices industry experience or regulatory ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financialservices industry experience or regulatory ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financial services industry experience or regulatory ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financial services industry experience or regulatory ...
Richmond, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financialservices industry experience or regulatory ...
Richmond, VA · On-site
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit * At least 5 years of financialservices industry experience or regulatory ...
... Management Do you want to be part of an organization that is dedicated to helping Capital One ... At least 1 year of experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, or technology resilience ...
... Management Do you want to be part of an organization that is dedicated to helping Capital One ... At least 1 year of experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, or technology resilience ...
... Management Do you want to be part of an organization that is dedicated to helping Capital One ... At least 1 year of experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, or technology resilience ...
... Management Do you want to be part of an organization that is dedicated to helping Capital One ... At least 1 year of experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, or technology resilience ...
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS specializing in security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
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SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS specializing in security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
... security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
... security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
... security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
... security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
Falls Church, VA · On-site
$75 - $95/hr
Emergency Management Specialist The Emergency Management Specialist provides comprehensive all ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
Falls Church, VA · On-site
$75 - $95/hr
Emergency Management Specialist The Emergency Management Specialist provides comprehensive all ... National Disaster Medical System patient reception operations * Federal Coordinating Center or ...
Vienna, VA · On-site
Experience in working with incident management, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning ... Perform detailed risk assessments of IT projects, vendors, and systems to identify vulnerabilities ...
Vienna, VA · On-site
Experience in working with incident management, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning ... Perform detailed risk assessments of IT projects, vendors, and systems to identify vulnerabilities ...
Roanoke, VA · On-site
$105K - $125K/yr
Job Summary The Senior Disaster Recovery Program Manager leads the establishment and operation of a ... Risk management and portfolio management expertise. * Advanced Microsoft Office and project ...
Roanoke, VA · On-site
$105K - $125K/yr
Job Summary The Senior Disaster Recovery Program Manager leads the establishment and operation of a ... Risk management and portfolio management expertise. * Advanced Microsoft Office and project ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Disaster risk * Create and analyze plausible hypothetical situations to: * Create an understanding ... Associate's degree in computer science, information management, or related discipline AND seven (7) ...
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Fairfax, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Disaster risk * Create and analyze plausible hypothetical situations to: * Create an understanding ... Associate's degree in computer science, information management, or related discipline AND seven (7) ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$90 - $110K/hr
ICF's Disaster Management Division is looking for an experienced CDBG-DR Housing Grant ... risk mitigation measures. • Work as part of a team providing expert services on policy and ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$90 - $110K/hr
ICF's Disaster Management Division is looking for an experienced CDBG-DR Housing Grant ... risk mitigation measures. • Work as part of a team providing expert services on policy and ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$90 - $110K/hr
ICF's Disaster Management Division is looking for an experienced CDBG-DR Housing Grant ... as pre-disaster risk mitigation measures. Work as part of a team providing expert services on ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$90 - $110K/hr
ICF's Disaster Management Division is looking for an experienced CDBG-DR Housing Grant ... as pre-disaster risk mitigation measures. Work as part of a team providing expert services on ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
$88 - $161/hr
... disaster recovery * The Government and Public Sector Practice's staffing model is to assign ... Worked in a Big Four, global management consulting firm or blue-chip company, preferably with a ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
$88 - $161/hr
... disaster recovery * The Government and Public Sector Practice's staffing model is to assign ... Worked in a Big Four, global management consulting firm or blue-chip company, preferably with a ...
Emergency and Disaster Management School Instructor Location: Yorktown, VA Schedule: M-F, hours TBD ... Experience in emergency response to all-risk/all-hazard missions, supporting federal, state, and ...
Emergency and Disaster Management School Instructor Location: Yorktown, VA Schedule: M-F, hours TBD ... Experience in emergency response to all-risk/all-hazard missions, supporting federal, state, and ...
Emergency and Disaster Management School Instructor Location: Yorktown, VA Schedule: M-F, hours TBD ... Experience in emergency response to all-risk/all-hazard missions, supporting federal, state, and ...
Emergency and Disaster Management School Instructor Location: Yorktown, VA Schedule: M-F, hours TBD ... Experience in emergency response to all-risk/all-hazard missions, supporting federal, state, and ...
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$85 - $110/hr
... management, and disaster recovery strategies. * Collaborate with senior management, functional heads, and IT to integrate the business continuity program into the overall risk management framework ...
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$85 - $110/hr
... management, and disaster recovery strategies. * Collaborate with senior management, functional heads, and IT to integrate the business continuity program into the overall risk management framework ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site
Experience with hazard risk modeling, emergency management, or disaster response platforms (e.g., FEMA, DHS, or similar mission areas). * Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled geospatial analytics ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site
Experience with hazard risk modeling, emergency management, or disaster response platforms (e.g., FEMA, DHS, or similar mission areas). * Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled geospatial analytics ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site +1
Experience with hazard risk modeling, emergency management, or disaster response platforms (e.g., FEMA, DHS, or similar mission areas). * Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled geospatial analytics ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site +1
Experience with hazard risk modeling, emergency management, or disaster response platforms (e.g., FEMA, DHS, or similar mission areas). * Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled geospatial analytics ...
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A Disaster Risk Management job involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with natural and human-made disasters. Professionals in this field develop strategies to reduce vulnerability, implement emergency response plans, and coordinate recovery efforts. They often work with government agencies, NGOs, or private organizations to enhance community resilience. Their role includes conducting risk assessments, policy planning, and training stakeholders to handle disasters effectively.
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Come be a part of an organization that's dedicated to helping Capital One identify, manage and effectively mitigate business continuity and operational resilience risk. As a member of the Business Continuity and Resilience Risk Management (BCRM) team within Operational Risk Management (ORM) in the Second Line of Defense, that's exactly what you'll do. Working with talented associates in ORM and other key stakeholders across the company, you will apply your organizational and communication skills towards ensuring we have a high performing team who is delivering on our priorities effectively and efficiently.
We empower associates to deliver their best by cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, where varying perspectives and opinions are valued. We embrace each other's differences and encourage all team members to lean into their talents and skills to deliver superior experiences.
As a Director within BCRM you will be responsible for the oversight and challenge of our First Line of Defense risk taking across the majority of the Businesses within Capital One, including Credit Card, Bank and Auto. Additionally, this role will be responsible for implementation and ongoing oversight of Capital One's Operational Resilience framework across the Enterprise. Directors at Capital One are highly motivated Risk Management professionals with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. These skills allow the Risk Manager to gain insights and act as a change agent to influence business partners. As Capital One evolves to meet the ever changing landscape, so do our Directors. They are forward thinking, quick to adapt, and technologically adept.
Responsibilities:
Oversee and challenge the risk-taking by the First Line of Defense across Card, Retail, Commercial, Auto and Enterprise Services Lines of Business
Implement and govern the Operational Resilience Framework across Capital One, including driving compliance with any international regulatory requirements
Respond to and report on crises and incidents, ensuring First Line of Defense response is appropriate and Second Line of Defense Risk Management Leadership remains informed
Understand emerging resiliency risks across the industry and within Capital One, ensuring First Line of Defense is appropriately prepared to respond
Act as a key thought partner on evolving business continuity and resilience methodology changes
Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and leaders across multiple organizations to achieve objectives.
Coordinate program-related activities and deliverables to ensure effective collaboration within the team and across stakeholder groups.
Articulate complex technical concepts in a clear, concise, and actionable manner through both written products and verbal communications
Oversee data-driven, risk-based analysis, starting with problem identification or hypothesis development
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or military experience
At least 8 years of experience in risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, operational resilience, or audit
At least 5 years of financialservices industry experience or regulatory environment experience
At least 3 years of experience in people management
At least 3 years of experience consulting with and presenting to senior executive leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Risk Management, or a related analytical field.
Proven experience in a 2nd Line of Defense risk management role, with a strong track record of effectively challenging 1st Line of Defense business decisions across diverse lines of business (e.g., Card, Retail, Commercial, Auto).
Deep familiarity with US and international operational resilience and risk management regulatory standards (such as Federal Reserve SR 20-24, OCC guidelines, DORA, or Basel Committee principles).
Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP/MBCP)Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)Other operational risk or resilience designations.
Experience leading data-driven risk analyses, building risk-based hypotheses, and translating complex technical data into clear, narrative-driven executive reports.
Experience overseeing corporate crisis management or incident response frameworks during high-impact, real-time events.
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
McLean, VA: $206,000 - $235,100 for Director, Risk ManagementCandidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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McLean, VA, US