As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Director Enterprise Model Risk Governance
Mclean, VA · On-site
$200 - $250/hr
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Director Enterprise Model Risk Governance
Mclean, VA · On-site
$200 - $250/hr
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Lead, Enterprise Model Risk Governance
Mclean, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ...
Lead, Enterprise Model Risk Governance
Mclean, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ...
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ...
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ...
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ...
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ...
Execute risk mitigant processes to support compliance with model and AI governance requirements ... Support management reporting, metrics, and analysis related to model governance, AI governance, and ...
Execute risk mitigant processes to support compliance with model and AI governance requirements ... Support management reporting, metrics, and analysis related to model governance, AI governance, and ...
Execute risk mitigant processes to support compliance with model and AI governance requirements ... Support management reporting, metrics, and analysis related to model governance, AI governance, and ...
Execute risk mitigant processes to support compliance with model and AI governance requirements ... Support management reporting, metrics, and analysis related to model governance, AI governance, and ...
Develop and operationalize scalable model governance processes within EO&T division to promote ... Strong technical, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills * Excellent written ...
Develop and operationalize scalable model governance processes within EO&T division to promote ... Strong technical, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills * Excellent written ...
Data Analyst Manager - Model Risk Office At Capital One, data is at the center of everything we do ... The Model Risk Governance - Reporting and Automation team sits within the Model Risk Office and ...
Data Analyst Manager - Model Risk Office At Capital One, data is at the center of everything we do ... The Model Risk Governance - Reporting and Automation team sits within the Model Risk Office and ...
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Model Risk Senior Lead
Mclean, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Model Risk Senior Lead
Mclean, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Model Risk Senior Lead
Mclean, VA · On-site
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
Model Risk Senior Lead
Mclean, VA · On-site
Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to ... Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment ...
... to streamline model governance processes and create standardized templates and documentation ... Support the development of credit risk management and business intelligence analytical solutions ...
... to streamline model governance processes and create standardized templates and documentation ... Support the development of credit risk management and business intelligence analytical solutions ...
... to streamline model governance processes and create standardized templates and documentation ... Support the development of credit risk management and business intelligence analytical solutions ...
... to streamline model governance processes and create standardized templates and documentation ... Support the development of credit risk management and business intelligence analytical solutions ...
... to streamline model governance processes and create standardized templates and documentation ... Support the development of credit risk management and business intelligence analytical solutions ...
... to streamline model governance processes and create standardized templates and documentation ... Support the development of credit risk management and business intelligence analytical solutions ...
Manager, Model Risk
Sterling, VA · On-site
Strong knowledge of quantitative analysis, statistical techniques, model governance, and model risk management principles. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to ...
Manager, Model Risk
Sterling, VA · On-site
Strong knowledge of quantitative analysis, statistical techniques, model governance, and model risk management principles. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to ...
Risk Officer
Washington, DC · On-site
... model risk governance framework, identifying model risks and engaging with stakeholders on ... Ensure the CROMR model analytics library remains robust, well tested, well documented, and current ...
Risk Officer
Washington, DC · On-site
... model risk governance framework, identifying model risks and engaging with stakeholders on ... Ensure the CROMR model analytics library remains robust, well tested, well documented, and current ...
Risk Officer
Washington, DC · On-site
... model risk governance framework, identifying model risks and engaging with stakeholders on ... Ensure the CROMR model analytics library remains robust, well tested, well documented, and current ...
Risk Officer
Washington, DC · On-site
... model risk governance framework, identifying model risks and engaging with stakeholders on ... Ensure the CROMR model analytics library remains robust, well tested, well documented, and current ...
Analyst, AI Model Risk
Bethesda, MD · Hybrid
Job Summary The Analyst, AI Model Governance is responsible for supporting the oversight and compliance of AI models within the organization. This role tracks model inventories, conducts risk ...
Analyst, AI Model Risk
Bethesda, MD · Hybrid
Job Summary The Analyst, AI Model Governance is responsible for supporting the oversight and compliance of AI models within the organization. This role tracks model inventories, conducts risk ...
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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for model risk governance analyst in Washington, DC is $45.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.75 and $55.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Model Risk Governance Analyst vs Model Validation Analyst?
| Aspect | Model Risk Governance Analyst | Model Validation Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's degree in finance, risk management, or related field; certifications like FRM or CFA often preferred | Bachelor's or master's in finance, statistics, or related; certifications like FRM or CFA common |
| Work Environment | Financial institutions, risk management teams, compliance departments | Quantitative teams, risk departments, model development units |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in banking, asset management, insurance for overseeing model risks | Common in banking, investment firms, and insurance for testing model accuracy |
The Model Risk Governance Analyst focuses on overseeing and managing model risks across the organization, ensuring compliance and governance. In contrast, the Model Validation Analyst primarily tests and validates models for accuracy and performance. Both roles require similar credentials and often work within the same industry environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.
Director Enterprise Model Risk Governance
Mclean, VA • On-site
Freddie Mac •
Finance and Insurance • 5 - 10K employees5,001 - 10,000 employees
Full-time
Posted 7 days ago
Freddie Mac rating
9.2
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it's at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose.
Position Overview:
This role sits at the center of Freddie Mac's enterprise model risk oversight, shaping how the company manages model risk across the business lines.
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner closely across Enterprise Risk including Financial Risk and Non-Financial Risk areas, and the business divisions to manage model risk. The position offers high visibility, meaningful influence on enterprise outcomes, and the opportunity to innovate in model and AI/ML governance, risk system build-out, and risk control optimization while developing and leading talent in a fast-paced environment.
Our Impact:
The Enterprise Model Risk (EMR) team within the Enterprise Risk Division is responsible for oversight and effective challenge of the company's model risk.
Together, we:
Your Impact:
Director, Enterprise Model Risk Governance, an influential leader at Freddie Mac, you will:
Qualifications:
Keys to Success in this Role:
Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.
We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac's business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs.
CA Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC.
Time-type:Full time
FLSA Status:Exempt
Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $162,000 - $242,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
Position Overview:
This role sits at the center of Freddie Mac's enterprise model risk oversight, shaping how the company manages model risk across the business lines.
As a people manager, you'll strengthen model governance and model risk management. You'll partner closely across Enterprise Risk including Financial Risk and Non-Financial Risk areas, and the business divisions to manage model risk. The position offers high visibility, meaningful influence on enterprise outcomes, and the opportunity to innovate in model and AI/ML governance, risk system build-out, and risk control optimization while developing and leading talent in a fast-paced environment.
Our Impact:
The Enterprise Model Risk (EMR) team within the Enterprise Risk Division is responsible for oversight and effective challenge of the company's model risk.
Together, we:
- Establish governance, policies, and standards that define how the company manages model risk to support safety and soundness
- Monitor and report on the risk and control profile, model risk appetite, and performance of risk indicators and metrics against thresholds and limits
- Communicate enterprise-wide model risk management issues and validation findings and monitor effective and timely issue/finding resolution
- Provide timely and independent oversight and effective challenge of the company's model risk management practices
- Execute an integrated oversight plan in collaboration with Financial Risk and other Non-Financial Risk areas to support the Chief Risk Officer in providing senior management and the Board with an enterprise view of risks
Your Impact:
Director, Enterprise Model Risk Governance, an influential leader at Freddie Mac, you will:
- Provide second line of defense governance and oversight across the enterprise model risk management framework
- Lead model governance activities to promote consistent application of model risk policies, standards, procedures, and governance requirements across business lines
- Partner with model owners, model developers, validators, and risk partners to support sound model lifecycle management, including model development, implementation, use, change management, performance monitoring, validation, and retirement
- Support the development of model risk management tools and systems by partnering with business, technology, and operations teams on business requirements, workflow design, user acceptance testing, and implementation readiness
- Contribute to enhancements in model risk systems, workflows, and reporting capabilities to improve transparency, traceability, and oversight effectiveness
- Build strong partnerships with first line counterparts and across Enterprise Risk to strengthen model risk management practices and governance outcomes
- Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging practices in model risk management and AI/ML governance to inform program improvements
- Identify opportunities for streamlining, optimizing and automating model risk processes and controls.
- Develop, coach, and lead team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Qualifications:
- At least 12 years of experience in model risk management, model governance, model validation, quantitative risk management, or related functions within a large, complex financial institution
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in finance, economics, engineering, data science, or a related field
- Proven leader with a track record of building, leading, and scaling high performing teams in complex organizations
- Strong understanding of model risk management principles and regulatory expectations, including SR 11-7, 26-2 and FHFA model AB
- Demonstrated experience in second line of defense model governance or model risk oversight within the financial services industry
- Strong knowledge of model lifecycle practices, including model development, implementation, use, performance monitoring, change management, validation, and model retirement
- Experience working with model risk management tools or systems, including business requirements development, workflow design, user acceptance testing, implementation support, or product ownership responsibilities
- Understanding of key model types used in financial institutions, such as credit risk, loss forecasting, capital, valuation, pricing, fraud, underwriting, or decision models
- Ability to provide effective challenge and independent oversight while building constructive partnerships with first line business and modeling teams
- Experience supporting governance forums, management reporting, and communication of model risk issues to senior stakeholders
- Familiarity with model risk systems, governance workflows, and enterprise model risk management
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex model risk concepts clearly to a variety of audiences, including senior management and regulators
Keys to Success in this Role:
- Effective collaboration to build trust and increase efficiency across the three lines, including the business and Finance Divisions, Enterprise Risk Division, and Internal Audit
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
- Ability to prioritize across multiple competing tasks, manage teams effectively, and deliver timely, high-quality, and well-documented oversight outcomes
- Strong organization skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment against tight deadlines
- Remain current on the latest financial risk management developments, regulations, and industry trends
Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.
We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac's business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs.
CA Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC.
Time-type:Full time
FLSA Status:Exempt
Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $162,000 - $242,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
About Freddie Mac
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Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.
Industry
Finance and insurance
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
McLean, VA, US
Year founded
1970