Principal Risk Specialist - Crisis Management Strategy| Retail Bank

Capital One

McLean, VA, United States
Base: $109,900 - $137,900 depending on location; b...
Hybrid
Crisis management experience
Business continuity planning
Incident leadership skills
Capital One is seeking a Principal Risk Specialist in Crisis Management Strategy to lead responses to incidents and operational disruptions within their Retail Bank. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in crisis management and risk disciplines, alongside effective communication and analytical skills

Job Summary

  • This role requires leading active incidents and operational disruptions while translating crisis frameworks into real-world action to ensure business resilience.
  • Candidates must possess the ability to influence senior leadership and provide clear guidance during high-pressure scenarios involving Banking and Premium Products.
  • The position includes an on-call component with schedule fungibility to handle emergencies outside of standard business hours.

Matching Summary

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Capital One is seeking a Principal Risk Specialist in Crisis Management Strategy to lead responses to incidents and operational disruptions within their Retail Bank. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in crisis management and risk disciplines, alongside effective communication and analytical skills.

Salary

Base: $109,900 - $137,900 depending on location; Bonus/Equity: Performance based incentive compensation eligible; Benefits: Comprehensive health, financial, and well-being benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Crisis Management experience
  • Business Continuity planning
  • Incident leadership skills
  • Regulatory exam readiness
  • On-call availability required

Nice-to-have

  • Executive stakeholder influence
  • Process automation expertise
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Scenario analysis proficiency

Key Requirements

  • 4+ years in Crisis Management or Business Continuity
  • 4+ years developing complex test scenarios
  • US work authorization (no sponsorship available)

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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