Director, Risk Management

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency e Scientific is a publicly trade company (NASDAQ: CORZ). We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations.

Our footprint consists of 11 data center campuses across seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for our customers.

What sets us apart? We have an entrepreneurial culture, a "can-do" and collaborative attitude, and we own and control our infrastructure. These strategic advantages enable us to maintain operational excellence, increase efficiency, and rapidly deploy cutting-edge innovations developed by our team of experts. Join us and accelerate your career alongside our groundbreaking journey. We seek smart, creative, and collaborative professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, result-driven environment.

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Director of Risk Management

The Director of Risk Management leads the development, implementation, and oversight of risk management strategies and frameworks to ensure the organization identifies, assesses, mitigates, and effectively manages potential enterprise risks.

This role works closely with other members of executive leadership to support decision-making aligned with the organization’s risk philosophy and obligations.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise risk management (ERM) framework.
• Identify, evaluate, and monitor strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and reputational risks.
• Lead risk assessments and scenario analyses to guide strategic and operational planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed risk awareness and mitigation strategies into business processes.
• Oversee internal risk controls and ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Provide risk reporting and analytics to the executive team and board of directors as requested.
• Manage all facets of the Company’s insurance programs which includes but not limited to property, casualty, aviation, K&R, D&O, workers compensation.
• Expertise in coverage evaluation, claims resolution, policy updates and improvements, and all other tasks traditionally part of an exceptional insurance program.
• Develop and manage risk-related policies, procedures, and training.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external partners as necessary.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team as well as with co-workers/ teammates and leaders across the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, business, risk management, or a related field is required.
• A master’s or MBA is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Broker experience as well as in-house experience a plus.
• Experience in regulated industries such as banking, insurance, or healthcare is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise risk frameworks.
• Familiarity with risk modeling tools, GRC platforms, and data analytics.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, especially with senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, CRM, CFA, or CPA are a plus.

Reports To Chief Legal & Admin Officer

Location Miami, FL or Austin, TX

Travel Occasional travel may be required as needed.

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