Principal Associate, Risk & Advisory

Capital One

. Serve as a trusted risk advisor for Capital One's Global Payments Network (GPN) Tech within the Tech and Product Risk organization .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-Level💰 $109,900 - $150,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Technology Risk Management and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) within technology environments, with a strong focus on risk identification, mitigation, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in data visualization and reporting, ensuring effective communication of risk-related insights and strategies.

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Technology Risk ManagementGovernance, Risk, And Compliance (GRC)Risk AssessmentData VisualizationStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Risk IdentificationRisk MitigationRisk ReportingProject ManagementProcess ManagementRisk AnalyticsRisk GovernanceRisk Advisory ServicesThree Lines Of Defense ModelPayment Network Processing

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExceptional Written CommunicationExceptional Verbal CommunicationExecutive Presence

Certifications & Qualifications

CISACRISCCISSPCISM

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesGlobal Payments NetworkTechnology EnvironmentsLarge-Scale OrganizationsOperational Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted risk advisor for Capital One's Global Payments Network (GPN) Tech within the Tech and Product Risk organization
Manage inherent risks of the expanding technology footprint
Collaborate with GPN Tech and broader risk partners to establish risk governance, implement best practices, and deliver well-managed outcomes
Lead and drive strategic risk conversations with GPN Tech teams
Govern and support risks and issues throughout their entire lifecycle
Drive risk identification and mitigation across GPN Tech teams
Lead, facilitate, and contribute to discussions identifying, assessing, managing, and reporting critical risk-related issues
Continuously review and challenge GPN Tech risk objects
Partner with stakeholders to develop fit-for-purpose, adaptable solutions
Collaborate with the extended Risk Guides team to streamline processes and remove complexity
Provide tailored risk advice, constructive challenge, and guidance to GPN Tech stakeholders
Communicate key messages and progress on action items, delivering timely risk input, context, and reporting
Maintain up-to-date technical expertise across relevant risk domains and industry standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or Military Experience
At least 3 years working with Technology in the Financial Services industry
At least 2 years of experience in Technology Risk Management, Financial Services, or Payment Network Processing
At least 2 years of experience in project management, risk program oversight, or process management
At least 2 years of experience collaborating with and supporting key internal stakeholders
Deep expertise in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) within technology environments
Proven hands-on experience managing risk in large-scale organizations
Strong organizational skills and executive presence
Exposure to operational GPN Tech management and governance
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in data visualization, analysis, and reporting
Knowledge of Risk Assessment, Three Lines of Defense model, and risk reporting and analytics
Preferred: at least 3 years conducting risk assessments and providing risk advisory services for large-scale card or debit payment networks
Preferred: at least 1 year managing risk, governance, and controls for technology platforms, digital products, or solutions
Strong knowledge of key controls and risk management frameworks for payment networks
Relevant industry certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or CISM
Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Hybrid work arrangement