Capital One Financial Corporation

Principal Associate, Process Risk Optimization - Enterprise Services Risk

Capital One Financial Corporation$131K — $149K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification.
  • At least 3 years of experience in risk management.
  • At least 3 years of experience supporting business clients.
  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience preferred.
  • 5+ years in project, program, or portfolio management preferred.
  • Experience in the financial services industry preferred.
  • Relevant certifications in security, technology, and risk preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Advise business partners on risk and process improvements.
  • Research trends in regulatory environments to identify risks.
  • Educate stakeholders on risk management principles.
  • Assess new and emerging areas of risk.
  • Support project delivery and manage multiple workstreams.
  • Prioritize projects and manage task deadlines.
  • Contribute to risk and program management forums.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Financial wellness programs.
  • Inclusive workplace environment.
  • Wellness resources to support employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Principal Associate, Process Risk Optimization - Enterprise Services Risk

As a Principal Associate on the Process Risk Optimization (PRO) Team, you will be responsible for working with business partners and other PRO team members to proactively identify and develop risk mitigation solutions for Capital One. We are the first line of defense to help ensure our Company remains well-managed and strengthens its risk posture. Our team delivers strategic, value-added, and risk-based analysis to drive executive leadership decision-making.

In this position, you will play a key role in supporting process-based assessments to identify and evaluate risks across various Enterprise Services functional areas, such as enterprise product management, cyber, network connectivity, development, cloud operations, data management, resiliency, and third party functions. You will learn about Capital One's internal operations as you develop subject matter expertise while collaborating with business partners to identify, assess, measure, monitor, control, and report process-level risks. As a Principal Associate, you will support stakeholder interactions, handling logistics and creating deliverables in a fast-paced environment, all while working across multiple teams to drive successful project outcomes.

In this role, you will:
  • Support PRO in advising business partners on risk, building subject matter knowledge and critical thinking to contribute to process improvements and risk reductions for Enterprise Services lines of business
  • Research novel trends in an ever-changing regulatory environment, as well as internal process changes, to improve existing risks and identify emerging risks
  • Support the PRO team in educating stakeholders on how to apply risk management principles in accordance with Enterprise frameworks and standards
  • Research new and emerging areas of risk and the dynamic regulatory environment to understand impacts on process areas
  • Support project and program delivery, draft deliverables in fast paced environment, and work across multiple workstreams
  • Prioritize simultaneous projects and assessments, manage task deadlines, keep project team members informed, and proactively escalate issues
  • Participate in risk and other management forums and contribute to continuous improvement of risk and program management practices
  • Support internal initiatives to drive efficiency and process improvements within and across teams


Basic Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
  • At least 3 years of experience in risk management
  • At least 3 years of experience supporting, partnering, and interacting with business clients


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience
  • At least 5 years of experience in project, program, or portfolio management
  • At least 1 year of Financial Services industry experience
  • Experience with analysis of information security or technology threats and risks
  • Background in the financial services industry, including familiarity with regulatory practices; governance, risk, and compliance; information and network security, AWS cloud; machine learning and artificial intelligence; data management; third party and contingent workforce; incident response.
  • Process development, documentation, or improvement experience
  • Experience in controls development, controls management, and reporting activities
  • Holds one or more of the following certifications: any security, technology, risk, project management, and/or audit certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Tech+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Project+, Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), ISACA Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), ISACA IT Audit Fundamentals Certificate, technology vendor certifications (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, Google))
  • Ability to communicate and consider stakeholder needs at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to navigate a complex, dynamic organization and prioritize deliverables in an multi-national, expanding business environment
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking skills to effectively respond to shifting priorities, demands and timelines
  • Experience with analysis of information security or technology threats and risks
  • Strong communication and relationship building skills, customer focus, and ability to collaborate and influence across teams to deliver
  • Ability to execute tasks in a prioritized manner and coordinate with cross-functional teams

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: $131,300 - $149,800 for Prin Assoc, Cyber Risk & Analysis

New York, NY: $143,200 - $163,500 for Prin Assoc, Cyber Risk & Analysis

Richmond, VA: $119,400 - $136,200 for Prin Assoc, Cyber Risk & Analysis

Candidates 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 the Capital 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.

About Capital One Financial Corporation

Chevy Chase Bank is the greater Washington region's largest locally-owned banking institution providing a complete array of financial products and services to consumers and businesses in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The Bank, which is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, has approximately 250 branches and over 1,000 ATMs, more than anyone else in the greater Washington market. Chevy Chase Bank currently has over $16 billion in assets and services over 1 million customers. For more information about Chevy Chase Bank, please visit chevychasebank.com.

Capital One Financial Corporation Careers

Join the vibrant team at Capital One Financial Corporation, a leader in the financial services industry, where innovation meets purpose-driven leadership. As one of the most forward-thinking companies in banking, Capital One is the perfect place to jumpstart or advance your career with a myriad of job opportunities in various fields.

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At Capital One, we are committed to excellence and setting our team members up for success. By joining our dynamic team, you will engage in meaningful work that makes a real difference. From developing cutting-edge technology to crafting personalized financial solutions, every position at Capital One is geared towards redefining the future of banking.

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Capital One is deeply invested in the growth and development of its employees. With robust training programs, mentorship, and resources for professional enhancement, we ensure that your career trajectory aligns with your personal and professional goals. Whether it’s rising through the ranks or switching tracks via internal job opportunities, your growth is our priority.

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For those starting their journey, Capital One offers enriching internship programs that provide a glimpse into the culture and work ethic that drives our success. Interns gain hands-on experience, valuable insights, and the opportunity to network with leaders across the company. For seasoned professionals, we offer positions that challenge your expertise while encouraging balance and innovation.

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Learn more about Capital One Financial Corporation
Size
51,500 employees
Market Cap
$34.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.7 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
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