Senior Associate, Technology and Data Risk Management

Company: Capital One
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Senior Associate, Technology and Data Risk Management Technology and Data Risk Management (TDRM) is a medium sized organization that packs a big punch. The ~200 professionals in TDRM are trusted experts who oversee ~14,000 developers at Capital One. We raise the bar for excellence in cybersecurity, reliability, and tech risk. We shape strategy and decisions, challenge activities to ensure they meet our standards, and perform independent tests of our security and technology risk. Role Description TDRM is seeking a Senior Associate with a data management, risk, and process management background. The individual will partner with innovative and passionate stakeholders across TDRM, to enhance risk governance, controls, processes, and assurance practices, while implementing strategic, automated, and transformative change. This opportunity provides for significant professional growth and exposure to senior management. The ideal candidate must be able to effectively communicate and influence partners across multiple functional areas and levels of the organization. Strong risk management, data management, process engineering, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic customer focused environment are essential to succeeding in this role. Responsibilities: Providing partners guidance on TDRM Governance requirements and practices, specifically as it relates to computations, automations, and business developed code Managing process improvement initiatives and projects to completion Crafting materials and effectively communicating change across the organization Designing and implementing solutions, leveraging technology to enhance processes Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or military experience At least 1 year of experience in risk management, process management, or data governance Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Computer Science, or Data Analytics Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining superior results Independent, execution oriented problem-solver with ability to navigate ambiguity Knowledge and experience using SQL, Google Suite, Google App Script, and Google Gemini AI Ability to design effective, efficient, repeatable, and compliant processes Customer and results focused competencies Effective verbal and written communication skills Aptitude for synthesizing complex issues into a clear and concise summary Keen attention to detail Ability to establish credibility, trust, and support within all levels of the organization 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. Chicago, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Risk Associate McLean, VA: $96,500 - $110,100 for Sr. Risk Associate New York, NY: $105,300 - $120,100 for Sr. Risk Associate Richmond, VA: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Risk Associate Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. This role is also 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. 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 . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) 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, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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