Senior Associate, Cyber Risk & Analysis – Technology Audit

Capital One

Senior Associate in Cyber Risk & Analysis responsible for evaluating technology and cybersecurity risks at Capital One. Focus on audits of critical technology functions, cloud technology, and application controls.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeMcLean • New York, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $101,100 - $138,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tech auditing, information security, and risk management, with a strong ability to analyze data and communicate findings effectively. Proficient in cloud computing and familiar with industry frameworks to ensure compliance and quality standards.

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Tech AuditingInformation SecurityData AnalysisCloud ComputingRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Tech AuditingInformation SecurityData AnalysisCloud ComputingRisk AssessmentTesting ScriptingApplication SecurityNetwork SecurityCyber SecurityData Protection

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship BuildingIndependenceProactive Follow-UpOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

AWSGCPAzureAnalytical ToolsData Extracts

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)AWS CertificationsCISSP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesBankingNIST Cyber Security FrameworkNIST 800 SeriesFEDRampCIS Benchmarks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud PlatformMicroservices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute test procedures of critical technology functions, cloud-based infrastructure, cybersecurity, risk management, application, and third-party management.
Perform risk assessments of business activities and perform relevant testing based on the risks and processes associated with the area being audited.
Assist in communicating issues, risks and recommendations to all levels of management.
Operate independently and ensure work is completed to schedule and meets our high-quality standards.
Prepare clear, organized and complete documentation to support work performed.
Develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships with key business partners and the extended Audit group.
Leverage available data and analytical tools during the planning and fieldwork phases of audit delivery.
Proactively follow-up on agreed audit actions to ensure management delivers their commitments within the agreed timescales.
Proactively seek out learning opportunities to enhance skills and competencies related to role.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or military experience
At least 2 years of experience in tech auditing, information technology (operations, software delivery, access management, microservices), information security (application security, network security, cyber security, data protection), information systems risk management, or a combination
At least 1 year of experience in analyzing data extracts to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, including experience in testing scripting or coding (writing, reviewing, or assessing)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or relevant cloud and or cyber certifications (such as AWS certifications, CISSP, etc.) preferred
2+ years of experience in banking, in the financial services industry, in a professional services firm serving clients in large banks, or a combination preferred
3+ years of experience auditing or performing cyber or information security preferred
1+ years experience in cloud computing (AWS, GCP, Azure) and controls, or 1+ years of conducting audits of controls in cloud-based environments preferred
Exposure to relevant industry frameworks (e.g. NIST cyber security framework, NIST 800 series, FEDRamp, CIS benchmarks, etc) preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.