Senior Associate Risk Specialist | Retail Bank Data Management and Governance

Senior Associate Risk Specialist | Retail Bank Data Management and Governance

The Retail Bank Data Management and Governance team at Capital One is dedicated to effective data risk management across all aspects of bank operations. The team provides oversight and guidance for well-managed data and enterprise data policy compliance.

As a Senior Associate of Risk Management, you will play a critical role in supporting the First Line Testing and Controls Governance and Compliance functions within the Data Management and Governance team. You will become a subject matter expert in the processes and systems associated with our data management control suite. You will apply your analytical, risk management and process management skills to support development and adoption of processes aligned to the bank’s data management strategy.

You will also help implement automated monitoring mechanisms and metrics and improve reporting to Accountable Executives and Stakeholders. Ultimately, you will play a key part in delivering well‑managed, re‑imagined, and streamlined processes that strengthen the bank’s data management environment.

• Provide comprehensive support for all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line control suite validations, ensuring controls are accurately documented and operating effectively
• Manage and maintain supporting documentation for first line testing & controls compliance, including procedure documents, change logs, and calendar management
• Execute rigorous compliance monitoring of data management processes
• Collaborate with business process owners and data risk advisors to assess the current data risk and controls environment, and recommend process and control improvements as needed
• Work with cross functional stakeholders to identify and evaluate technology and automation opportunities to drive efficiency and ensure coverage of risk and regulatory requirements
• Identify and assist with remediation of identified gaps in our control environment
• Support governance and reporting efforts, including control change management processes (new controls, enhancements, retirements), execution of semi‑annual checklists and annual deep dives for control recertification, and production of regular performance reports
• Apply sound inquiry and analysis to make recommendations and decisions
• Maintain and enhance the control suite roadmap and manage associated data management initiatives to drive continuous improvement

A qualified candidate will have:

• Ability to effectively communicate and influence partners across multiple levels of the organization on complex data governance, control execution, and risk topics
• Strong analytical and technical skills, attention to detail, and a successful track record of thriving in a fast‑paced environment, especially concerning control governance and reporting
• The ability to adapt to change quickly, especially changes in data policy or technology capabilities
• A solid grasp of process management concepts and risk management principles

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification
• At least 2 years of Process or Project Management experience
• At least 2 years of experience in Control Testing, Risk Management, or Data Governance

• Bachelor's Degree or Military experience
• 3+ years of experience in Process or Project Management
• 3+ years of experience in Risk Management or Data Governance, with a focus on control execution and compliance
• 1+ year of data analysis experience
• 1+ year of experience supporting, partnering and interacting with internal business clients on control validation and compliance initiatives

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: $96,500 - $110,100 for Sr.…