Specialist - Technology & Data Risk

McKinsey & Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technology and Data Risk Specialist to lead risk management initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will enhance the firm's ability to identify and mitigate risks while collaborating with diverse teams across various functions. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic risk initiatives in a dynamic environment. Join a global community that values your insights and fosters your development, ensuring you have the resources to thrive in your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Mental Health Support

Continuous Learning Programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years in risk management or related areas.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk management programs to enhance risk identification.
• Oversee risk activities and ensure alignment with requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate operational risks.

Skills

Risk Management

Information Security

Project Management

Data Analytics

User Experience Design

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management

Bachelor's Degree in Data Analytics

Job description

Your Growth

Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients requires resilience and a high-performance mindset. You thrive in environments where doing challenging work, learning from setbacks, and persisting with alternative approaches are valued.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we offer resources, mentorship, and opportunities to accelerate your leadership development. Our colleagues at all levels are committed to your growth, providing apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that foster rapid development.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our culture emphasizes growth through structured programs, feedback, and active ownership of your development journey.
• A voice that matters: Your ideas and contributions are valued from day one, encouraging diverse perspectives to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Global community: Collaborate with colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 nationalities, enriching your experience and solutions.
• World-class benefits: Competitive salary based on location, experience, and skills, plus comprehensive medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you and your family.

Your Impact

As a Technology and Data Risk Specialist, you will lead risk management programs to enhance the firm’s ability to identify and mitigate risks effectively.

You will oversee risk activities, ensuring alignment with strategic and regulatory requirements, and shape the firm’s risk posture with actionable insights.

Your responsibilities include executing risk assessments at various levels, engaging with senior leaders, and maintaining the risk register.

You will analyze risks, prepare reports, and support the development of the firm’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platform, collaborating with technology teams to enhance its effectiveness.

Additionally, you will support issues management, ensuring timely resolution and reporting, and work closely with stakeholders across functions.

This role is based in one of our North American offices—Dallas, Chicago, or Boston—and reports to the Manager, Technology and Data Risk. You will collaborate with legal, technology, cybersecurity, ethics, and compliance teams to lead risk initiatives and mitigate operational and strategic risks.

Your qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, technology, data analytics, user experience design, risk management, or related fields
• 4+ years in risk management, product management, information security, or related areas
• Ability to communicate security and risk concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills; able to work independently and collaboratively
• Effective project management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities under pressure
• Ability to identify gaps and articulate sound recommendations
• Knowledge of trends and insights in risk and security, with strategic thinking
• Ownership mentality, proactive contribution to broader initiatives