Director, Technology & Data Risk Management
Company: Capital One
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Director, Technology & Data Risk Management Technology & Data
Risk Management (TDRM) is a small 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, and data
management risk. We shape strategy and decisions, challenge
activities to ensure they meet our standards, and perform
independent tests of our security and technology risk. For years,
the cybersecurity community has debated whether the CISO should
report to the CIO or not. In regulated financial services, the
answer is: both. The first-line CISO has operational
responsibilities and reports to the CIO. The second-line Chief Tech
Risk Officer (CTRO) and the Tech & Data Risk Management (TRM)
organization have broader responsibilities for cybersecurity but
also reliability, software quality, resilience, and the risk of
failing to manage our data. The CTRO is independent and oversees
the work of the CISO, the CIO/CTO, and the Chief Data Officer. The
CTRO reports to the Chief Risk Officer, who reports directly to the
CEO. Our business leaders must make technology decisions
constantly. TDRM makes sure they have the tech and data risk
information they need to make good decisions. Associates within
TDRM are highly skilled information security, cybersecurity, site
reliability engineering, technology, data analyst, data scientist,
and risk management professionals. They have a wealth of experience
and a demonstrated ability to add value with their advice and to
deliver high-impact results. Summary: The Director, Technology &
Data Risk Management will play a key role in the organization’s
second line of defense independent controls review program by
providing technical expertise in assessing the overall
effectiveness of the company’s technology (including both
cybersecurity and technology) and data management controls
environment. This position will lead evaluations of first line
monitoring and testing results, direct the performance of
independent testing of first line technology controls to
independently evaluate control design and operating effectiveness,
and draft reports for senior management. As part of the second line
of defense, you will collaborate closely with associates in the
first line cyber and broader technology organization, as well as
risk management offices in the various lines of business, to
perform and support evaluations of the effectiveness of the
company’s technology controls infrastructure, and offer independent
advice and recommendations regarding ways to further mature the
company’s technology risk management capabilities. You will have
the opportunity to lead second line of defense efforts to integrate
technology and data management controls related to Discover
specific to providing challenge on first line testing efforts as
well as control rationalization. Responsibilities: Direct
independent controls reviews of cybersecurity, data management and
technology control environments for both legacy Capital One and
Discover Lead integration efforts related to the assessment of
Discover’s technology and data management controls Perform detailed
reviews of team’s assessments of first line control testing
programs to determine sufficiency of processes and effectiveness of
execution Help with crafting the strategic vision of the team,
including how to use GenAI to increase team efficiency and
effectiveness Perform detailed reviews of team’s assessments of
first line’s evaluation of mapping to industry requirements or
frameworks in cybersecurity Provide technical assessments of
technology and data management control design and effectiveness by
advising on/performing independent testing when necessary Develop
presentations for senior management and other stakeholders, to
include regulatory agencies and the Board of Directors, as required
Provide challenge, expertise and advice on enhancing the design,
effectiveness, and maturity of the company’s technology and data
management controls and capabilities Mentor and develop associates
to meet their professional development goals Collaborate
effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and leaders across
multiple organizations to achieve objectives Coordinate
program-related activities and deliverables to ensure effective
collaboration within the team and across stakeholder groups
Collaborate effectively and build trusted relationships with
colleagues, stakeholders, and leaders across multiple organizations
to achieve objectives Communicate in a compelling manner to any
audience, including internal and external stakeholders A successful
candidate will have: Superb communication skills that include
active listening and executive presentation skills Proven critical
analytical behavior, including and the ability to express a point
of view supported by data (with both technical and non-technical
audiences) Expertise in technology, cybersecurity and data
management domains, with an ability to identify risks, assess
controls and to propose recommendations for enhancing the tech and
data control environment 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. A Track record of providing strategic direction to teams,
peers, and stakeholders to drive results, solve problems, and
influence outcomes Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or
military experience At least 9 years of experience in technology,
audit, information technology or risk management At least 5 years
of supervisory or leadership experience At least 3 years of
experience in the financial services industry Preferred
Qualifications: Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or
Information Technology Professional security management
certifications, such as a Certified Information Systems Security
Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager
(CISM), or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
(CRISC), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Experience
with Python, SQL, and/or advanced excel functions (Pivot tables,
VLOOKUP, etc.) Experience with using or auditing GenAI technology
One or more of the following professional certifications: AWS
Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Solutions Architect -
Professional, AWS Certified Security Specialty, AWS Developer -
Associate, AWS Devops Engineer Professional, ISC2 Certified Cloud
Security Professional (CCSP), or similar cloud security
certifications 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: $244,700 - $279,200 for Director, Cyber
Technical McLean, VA: $269,100 - $307,200 for Director, Cyber
Technical New York, NY: $293,600 - $335,100 for Director, Cyber
Technical Richmond, VA: $244,700 - $279,200 for Director, Cyber
Technical Riverwoods, IL: $244,700 - $279,200 for Director, Cyber
Technical 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
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One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at
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provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the
extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For
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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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