Job Overview
JOB SUMMARY
Responsibilities:
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Maintain up-to-date risk policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate risk considerations into day-to-day business operations, empowering departments to make informed, risk-aware decisions
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Lead audits and assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks, providing actionable insights
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Proactively prepare the organization for substantial due diligence efforts from customers, partners, investors, and regulators by maintaining up-to-date documentation, implementing rigorous internal processes, and coordinating cross-functional teams to respond efficiently and comprehensively to all requests
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Manage the end-to-end vendor due diligence process, coordinating with finance, legal, compliance, information security, and business teams to ensure thorough vetting and risk mitigation
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Create and document clear, scalable guidelines for operations teams on compliance-related activities, ensuring processes are sustainable, efficient, and auditable
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Foster a company-wide culture of compliance and security through training and engagement
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Escalate significant compliance or security risks to senior leadership, ensuring timely mitigation
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business, cybersecurity, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in risk management, compliance, or cybersecurity are a plus
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5+ years of hands-on experience in risk operations within a financial services, fintech, or cybersecurity-focused environment
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Strong understanding of risk management principles and ability to interpret complex regulations
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Deep understanding of key regulations and standards such as AML, BSA, NIST, PCI, and SOC2. Ability to interpret and apply these frameworks to real-world business challenges
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Proven skills in managing projects, conducting audits, and ensuring follow-through on risk initiatives
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex regulations into actionable guidance
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Experience leading internal audits, managing diligence reporting, and liaising with auditors
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Ability to train teams on risk management best practices, ensuring company-wide compliance
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Experience with Vanta Strongly preferred
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JD/Legal work experience Strongly preferred
Our people are our most valuable asset. The salary range for this role is $158,000-$180,000
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