The Model Risk Management (MRM) team identifies, assesses, monitors, and reports on model risk throughout the credit union.
The Model Governance team, housed within MRM, is responsible for MRM framework, policy, procedures, controls, technology, reporting, and outreach/training. The team actively partners with lines of business across the enterprise to enable the MRM framework throughout Navy Federal.
The Senior Risk Analyst will sit within Model Governance and be responsible for owning and running key processes, supporting controls, reporting, technology enablement, process development and enhancement, project management, and partnering with our stakeholders to manage model risk throughout the organization.
3-5 years of experience in financial services, risk management, or its equivalent is typical. Work under minimal supervision and use complete understanding of business needs and objectives to support projects that have impact on the achievement of operational goals. Advanced skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques.
- Plan the research for and development of specialized risk assessment scopes
- Collaborate with management and personnel to optimize risk assessment scope development
- Identify potential business risks, operational and regulatory process deficiencies and improvement opportunities
- Gather and synthesize data; present conclusions and offer risk mitigation, remediation and process improvement solutions to management
- Lead/conduct and assists provide expertise in with the administration of specialized risk assessment and testing lifecycles of business activities, processes, policies and procedures for operational effectiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements, federal and state laws, and Navy Federal‘s quality control standards, policies and procedures
- Develop, lead and oversee efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and risk mitigation processes
- Prepare and present to management and/or affected business unit summaries, operational and regulatory risk assessment reports, trending, and remedial or mitigation solutions
- Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of risk-based auditing techniques and methodologies
- Advanced knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
- Experience with managing multi-faceted projects simultaneously that have cross-departmental impact
- Advanced knowledge of operational and regulatory risk control concepts and practices
- Proven ability to plan, organize and effectively execute risk mitigation and process improvement initiatives
- Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills
- Advanced research and analytical skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Auditing, or related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Hybrid Workplace: Navy Federal Credit Union is a hybrid workplace, and details will be discussed during your interview process.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
