Director, Business Risk and Controls-Enterprise Resiliency

Strategic And Technical Risk Leader

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a strategic and technical risk leader that will support Enterprise Resiliency owners by supporting the enhancements of technology risk management frameworks within associated processes. This leader will bring deep expertise in Business Continuity and Resiliency, coupled with a strong command of all facets of risk management, to drive a proactive and forward-looking risk posture. The Director will be responsible for ensuring a well-balanced control environment, robust risk monitoring and reporting, and the development of innovative, technology-driven solutions to strengthen resiliency capabilities. The ideal candidate will have the vision and technical acumen to use emerging technologies and deliver actionable recommendations that enable USAA to effectively manage risk while supporting enterprise-wide resiliency objectives.

Coordinates a team responsible for the development, implementation and oversight of programs that support effective risk and compliance management in the first line of defense. Supports business leader adherence to the established risk framework and ongoing supervision of business controls and is accountable for the development and mentoring of a high performing team responsible for risk and control self-assessments, identifying control failures, facilitating risk and compliance remediation, internal and external audits and regulatory exams, and monitoring the of first line of defense in an effort to minimize risk exposures and strengthen the overall control environment.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations : San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ or Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What You'll Do :

Directs staff and initiatives that support risk and control management programs, to include governance support, risk oversight, risk infrastructure development, risk identification, quantification, aggregation, and emerging risks.

Advises senior management and influences process change.

Builds and manages a high performing team of risk and internal control professionals through recruitment, training, coaching, performance management and related managerial activities.

Manages consulting relationships with internal and external clients regarding budget and implementation deliverables and risk mitigation plans as appropriate.

Partners with key collaborators in the business and leads all aspects of the identification, assessment and documentation of risks and controls, including risks associated with new or modified products, services, distribution channels, regulations and / or third-party operations.

Reviews, communicates and recommends the development of governance policies and procedures in partnership with senior leaders to ensure appropriateness and adequacy versus industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Provides counsel to business unit managers on risk management issues and supports the evaluation of new product strategies on their impact to USAA's risk profile.

Educates risk owners on risk / control best practices and may work with other lines of defense in the development and implementation of controls.

Manages processes for collecting accurate and complete internal loss data from business areas.

Directs analysis and data mining initiatives that identify, validate, and manage emerging risk exposures, as necessary.

Assists in the early identification of risk trends by establishing and monitoring key performance and risk indicators.

Coordinates the preparation of key reports and communications and may present to governance committees, senior leaders, regulatory bodies and the USAA Board of Directors.

Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What You Have :

Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance or related field of study; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.

8 years of experience supporting risk and / or compliance related activities in a financial services operating environment or other relevant industry; OR 8 years of experience in a relevant quantitative subject area; OR Advanced degree or designation in a risk management or quantitative subject area, and 6 years of experience supporting risk and / or compliance related activities; OR PhD in a risk management or quantitative subject area, and 4 years of experience supporting risk and / or compliance related activities.

3 years of direct team lead or people management experience.

What Sets You Apart :

Strong knowledge of Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, and Operational Resiliency practices, including regulatory expectations (OCC, FFIEC, ISO 22301, or similar standards).

Certifications such as CBCP (Certified Business Continuity Professional), CRISC, or CISSP preferred.

Proven track record in operationalizing enterprise risk management frameworks, including designing and embedding processes for risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring.

Strong understanding of technology and cybersecurity risk domains, with the ability to translate technical concepts into actionable risk strategies that will help strengthen control environments.

Experience leveraging emerging technologies and data analytics to enhance resiliency capabilities, improve monitoring, and streamline risk reporting.

Compensation range : $127,310 - $243,340. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.