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Capital One

Director, Cyber and Tech Risk Execution

Capital One, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Role Summary As a Director of Cyber and Tech Risk Execution, you will play a fundamental role in supporting and guiding the first line with the practical application of our Risk Levelling Program. The program has been created to ensure Tech and Cyber risks are consistently defined and measured, leading to meaningful data that drives action to mitigate risk across the entire organization. You will be a risk expert who has proven abilities to influence across all layers of the organization, known for your ability to get things done in the right way and at the required pace. Your ability to flex your approach and provide innovative solutions to complex problems will be a key part of the role. Alongside this, you will be guiding and mentoring our Senior Risk Managers within the RAPID team, demonstrating model behavior covering risk expertise, and multi‑faceted stakeholder influence, whilst delivering against Enterprise‑wide targeted deadlines. In addition to leading the core program you will have responsibilities to execute risk framework activities across multiple divisions, providing counsel on risk assessment and treatment options. You will have a strong knowledge of technology/cyber risk, industry, and regulatory trends, paired with strategic thinking, and possess an intellectually curious nature, with an ability to thrive in undefined problem spaces.

Responsibilities

Influence executives across the Lines of Business to take accountability for complex (and sometimes sensitive) technology and cyber risks

Execute the Risk Leveling program across centralized and decentralized divisions

Leverage leadership experience and executive influencing skills to continuously improve our risk maturity journey

Constructively debate issues and connect the dots across various assessments (typically includes risk and control self‑assessments, critical business process‑level assessments, assessments of new initiatives, scenario analysis, challenge of risk acceptances, etc.)

Identify opportunities to influence risk‑taking strategies

Demonstrate robust risk management oversight in supporting various internal audits and regulatory exams

Mentor and develop associates to meet their professional development goals

Maintain a broad, expert understanding of technology risk frameworks, with an innate ability to leverage this understanding for the purposes of risk identification and mitigation

Effectively communicate and demonstrate subject matter expertise in risk categorization, how risks can occur in a new environment, and the measures required to safeguard the enterprise

Exhibit strong critical thinking and communication skills, with proven ability to navigate the unknown

Leverage reporting & tools to perform analysis on different types of data points to inform policies and drive change; understand associated reporting metrics and be able to inform on tech and cyber risks

Demonstrate sound lifecycle program management to include socializing action plans, impediments and risks, and stakeholder training / engagement

Success Criteria

Superb communication skills that include active listening and executive presentation skills

Proven critical analytical behavior, including the ability to express a point of view supported by data (with both technical and non‑technical audiences)

Expertise in technology and cybersecurity domains, with an ability to identify risks and propose multiple options to manage to an acceptable level

Excellent influencing skills across all levels of the organization, tailoring the style and content to meet the needs of the audience

The ability to understand the materiality of feedback from stakeholders, knowing when to act and when to listen, including driving discussions to find resolution where required.

Track record of providing strategic direction to teams, peers, and stakeholders to drive results, solve problems, and influence outcomes

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree AND at least 7 years of experience in information security, information technology or risk management OR High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification AND at least 9 years of experience in information security, information technology or risk management

At least 5 years of experience developing, evaluating or implementing cybersecurity, technology or risk assessment activities

Professional security management or risk management certification (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CIPP or Open FAIR Certified)

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree

Knowledge of supervisory expectations expressed in the FFIEC IT Handbook, Federal Reserve Supervisory Letters, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Bulletins or Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Financial Institution Letters

Salary McLean, VA: $226,000 – $257,900

New York, NY: $246,500 – $281,300

Plano, TX: $205,400 – $234,400

Richmond, VA: $205,400 – $234,400

Other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered will be reflected in the offer letter.

Benefits 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. This role is 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment 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. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.

Application Information This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please.

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