Sr. Risk Specialist

Capital One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 96,500 - 110,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Performance-based incentive compensation

Job summary

Capital One is hiring a Sr. Risk Specialist to join our Operations Risk Management (ORM) group in McLean, Virginia. This role focuses on leveraging data quality and management skills to support high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will use analytical techniques and SQL scripting to analyze and resolve data issues.

Candidates should have experience in an agile environment and strong problem-solving skills. A competitive compensation package of $96,500 to $110,100 annually is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience writing scripts in SQL.
• Experience in anti-money laundering, governance, compliance, or risk management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research data issues using SQL to determine root causes.
• Support data management responsibilities to comply with standards.
• Maintain documentation for multiple controls.

Skills

SQL

Data Management

Agile

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

JIRA

Google Sheets

Excel

Job description

As a Sr. Risk Specialist in Capital One’s Operations Risk Management (ORM) group, you will apply your Data Quality and Data Management subject matter expertise, influence, and analytical skills to our highest profile projects and processes in the Customer Data space. You will partner with stakeholders within and outside the ORM and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs to develop and implement cutting‑edge solutions that ensure Capital One’s continued stability and success in maintaining very high data quality.

Responsibilities

• Research data issues using SQL and other methods to determine root cause and/or patterns that would be beneficial in resolving the issues.
• Partner with analyst teams as a subject matter expert to support the deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of new and existing suite of data quality controls to ensure high‑quality data for model and analytical usages.
• Leverage AI tools to improve processes and deliver efficiencies.
• Ensure Data Management Activities are completed, including Lineage, Change Management, Metadata, Controls, Issue Resolution, and Data Agreements.
• Oversee data issue resolution lifecycle from identification through issue closure by collaborating with internal Tech partners, downstream usage owners and Line of Business data producers to research and remediate data exceptions.
• Collaborate effectively across the Nexus Program and with internal stakeholder groups, such as the Line of Business data producers, Product and Tech Partners, Advisory, and Model owners to deliver powerful outcomes.
• Contribute to, edit, and deliver presentations that communicate recommendations, proposals, or project statuses to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Support data management responsibilities to comply with Enterprise Data Management Standards.
• Maintain documentation for multiple controls to maintain control effectiveness; support testing, audit, and regulatory examinations.
• Support ad hoc requests and projects as needed; including using SQL and AI to provide needed data, assist with LOB research requests, and provide support to other teams.
• Research and investigate exceptions and anomalies in data to determine root cause, including accessing multiple files and sources.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification.
• At least 1 year of experience working in an agile environment.
• At least 1 year of experience writing scripts in SQL.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 1+ year of experience managing JIRA stories.
• 1+ year of experience working with enterprise data management tools such as Exchange or Data Management Systems of Record (DMSR).
• 2+ years of experience working with common programming languages such as SQL, Python, or open source technology.
• 2+ years of experience working in Anti‑Money Laundering, Governance, Compliance, or Risk Management.
• Experience with Google Sheet and Excel formulas.
• Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.
• Business Process Experience.
• Strong critical thinking skills with ability to independently problem‑solve issues with minimal guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong relationship building and influencing skills, and experience working in a matrix organization.

Additional Details

Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Compensation: The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Salaries are offered at the time of hire based on the selected location and are subject to change.

• McLean, VA: $96,500 – $110,100 for Sr. Risk Associate
• Richmond, VA: $87,700 – $100,100 for Sr. Risk Associate

The role is also eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI).

Benefits: Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Eligibility varies by full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level.

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/veteran) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace.