Principal Risk Specialist, Card Controls Program Operations

Capital One

Principal Risk Specialist executing design effectiveness testing for Card Risk at Capital One. Collaborating on transformational initiatives in risk management and control testing.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $120,800 - $137,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Control Testing and Internal Audit, with a strong focus on assessing Operational and Design Effectiveness of controls. Proficient in identifying internal control weaknesses and recommending remediation while collaborating cross-functionally within the Financial Services industry.

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Control TestingInternal AuditRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementAutomated Controls Testing

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Hard Skills

Design EffectivenessControls TestingOperational Effectiveness AssessmentTesting Support DocumentationInternal Control Weakness Identification

Soft Skills

CollaborationPlanningCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesCredit Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the execution of Design Effectiveness controls testing for Card
Collaborate with first and second lines to deliver results impacting the company's bottom line
Support end-to-end testing of controls
Perform proper planning to execute the required test process steps
Assess Operational and Design Effectiveness of controls
Create and maintain adequate testing support documentation
Identify internal control weaknesses and recommend remediation
Partner cross-functionally with program customers and assessors

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
At least 2 years of experience in Control Testing or Internal Audit
Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
3+ years of Financial Services industry experience (Preferred)
3+ years of regulatory compliance or credit experience (Preferred)
3+ years of Risk Management experience (Preferred)
3+ years of automated controls testing experience (Preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being