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Principal Auditor - Risk Management

full-timePosted: Jan 14, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Capital One’s Audit function is a dedicated group of professionals focused on delivering top-quality assurance services to the organization’s Audit Committee. Audit professionals are experienced, well-trained and credentialed, and operate within a collaborative, agile environment to deliver value-added opinions and recommendations. Audit's vision to provide high value, independent, proactive insights, to innovate with technology, and to be a top-notch talent destination, creates a dynamic and challenging atmosphere for both personal growth and professional opportunity.Capital One is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Principal Auditor (Experienced Senior Auditor) interested in becoming part of our Audit team. As a member of the Audit team, the candidate will focus on audits of Second Line Risk Management (Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk Management, Third Party Risk Management, Business Continuity, Payment Risk, Network Conflict Risk) and the First Line Risk Offices.  The role will also provide Subject Matter Expertise and advisory to other audit teams regarding risk management. Responsibilities:
  • Lead small audits, or own completion of significant components of larger audits.

  • Develop engagement planning documentation for assigned areas to communicate rationale for scoping decisions, and develop audit programs to ensure adequate coverage of risks.

  • Design and execute appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of internal controls and/or the appropriateness of enterprise frameworks and requirements. Document audit processes and procedures, review and analyze evidence, and identify potential issues.

  • Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support work performed and conclusions reached. Independently gather facts to support  issues and concerns, escalate to necessary groups, and help draft audit findings.

  • Establish and maintain good client and team relations during engagements. Effectively communicate information and audit progress to team, clients and auditor-in-charge.

  • Self prioritize and effectively plan your own work activities managing multiple priorities and tasks across the team to deliver quality results which may include issue validations, regulatory exam support, and/or other team initiatives.  Proactively take on additional work to support the team when possible.

  • Provide coaching, on-the-job training, and feedback to audit staff, including junior associates and recent hires.

  • Here's what we're looking for in an ideal teammate:
  • You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business and its control environment.  

  • You are able to navigate ambiguity, applying risk management principles to real life situations.

  • You believe insight and objectivity are core elements to providing assurance on the effectiveness and efficiency of Capital One’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes.

  • You possess a relentless focus on quality and timeliness.

  • You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking.

  • You develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact and elevate Audit’s value proposition.

  • You’re a firm believer that a rich understanding of data, innovation, and technology will only make you a better auditor. This will require leveraging the power of data analytics and furthering your technical expertise.

  • You're a teacher. You do the right thing and lead by example. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of your team. You lead through change with candor and optimism.

  • You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging, making it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent.

  • Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of experience in auditing, at least 3 years of experience in accounting, at least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, at least 3 years of experience in compliance, or a combination.

  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ year of experience in leading audits and performing in the role of auditor-in-charge

  • 2+ years of experience in banking or in financial services

  • 4+ years experience in internal audit or risk management (can be combined with Big Four external Audit experience)

  • 1+ years of experience in performing data analysis in support of internal auditing

  • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Master’s Degree in Finance or Master of Business Administration

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or relevant certification

  • At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.This role is hybrid meaning associates will spend 3 days per week in-person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Fridays are enterprise- wide virtual work days. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are in-person days for associates to spend time together working in our beautifully-designed team areas.The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.









    Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.comCapital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

    Locations

    • New York, New York, United States
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States
    • Richmond, Virginia, United States
    • McLean, Virginia, United States
    • Plano, Texas, United States
    • Riverwoods, Illinois, United States
    • Charlotte, North Carolina New York, New YorkRichmond

    Salary

    Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

    80,000 - 135,000 USD / yearly

    * This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

    Skills Required

    • critical thinkingintermediate
    • risk management principlesintermediate
    • data analyticsintermediate
    • audit program developmentintermediate
    • internal controls testingintermediate
    • coaching and trainingintermediate

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree or military experience (experience)
    • At least 3 years of experience in auditing, accounting, financial analysis, compliance, or combination (experience)
    • 1+ year of experience in leading audits (experience)
    • 2+ years of experience in banking or financial services (experience)
    • 4+ years experience in internal audit or risk management (experience)
    • 1+ years of experience in performing data analysis (experience)
    • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or MBA (experience)
    • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or relevant certification (experience)

    Responsibilities

    • Lead small audits or own significant components of larger audits
    • Develop engagement planning documentation and audit programs
    • Design and execute audit procedures to verify internal controls
    • Prepare documentation to support audit work and conclusions
    • Establish and maintain client and team relations
    • Self-prioritize work activities managing multiple priorities

    Benefits

    • general: comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits

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    Principal Auditor - Risk Management

    full-timePosted: Jan 14, 2026

    Job Description

    Overview

    Capital One’s Audit function is a dedicated group of professionals focused on delivering top-quality assurance services to the organization’s Audit Committee. Audit professionals are experienced, well-trained and credentialed, and operate within a collaborative, agile environment to deliver value-added opinions and recommendations. Audit's vision to provide high value, independent, proactive insights, to innovate with technology, and to be a top-notch talent destination, creates a dynamic and challenging atmosphere for both personal growth and professional opportunity.Capital One is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Principal Auditor (Experienced Senior Auditor) interested in becoming part of our Audit team. As a member of the Audit team, the candidate will focus on audits of Second Line Risk Management (Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk Management, Third Party Risk Management, Business Continuity, Payment Risk, Network Conflict Risk) and the First Line Risk Offices.  The role will also provide Subject Matter Expertise and advisory to other audit teams regarding risk management. Responsibilities:
  • Lead small audits, or own completion of significant components of larger audits.

  • Develop engagement planning documentation for assigned areas to communicate rationale for scoping decisions, and develop audit programs to ensure adequate coverage of risks.

  • Design and execute appropriate audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of internal controls and/or the appropriateness of enterprise frameworks and requirements. Document audit processes and procedures, review and analyze evidence, and identify potential issues.

  • Prepare clear, organized, and complete documentation to support work performed and conclusions reached. Independently gather facts to support  issues and concerns, escalate to necessary groups, and help draft audit findings.

  • Establish and maintain good client and team relations during engagements. Effectively communicate information and audit progress to team, clients and auditor-in-charge.

  • Self prioritize and effectively plan your own work activities managing multiple priorities and tasks across the team to deliver quality results which may include issue validations, regulatory exam support, and/or other team initiatives.  Proactively take on additional work to support the team when possible.

  • Provide coaching, on-the-job training, and feedback to audit staff, including junior associates and recent hires.

  • Here's what we're looking for in an ideal teammate:
  • You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business and its control environment.  

  • You are able to navigate ambiguity, applying risk management principles to real life situations.

  • You believe insight and objectivity are core elements to providing assurance on the effectiveness and efficiency of Capital One’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes.

  • You possess a relentless focus on quality and timeliness.

  • You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking.

  • You develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact and elevate Audit’s value proposition.

  • You’re a firm believer that a rich understanding of data, innovation, and technology will only make you a better auditor. This will require leveraging the power of data analytics and furthering your technical expertise.

  • You're a teacher. You do the right thing and lead by example. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of your team. You lead through change with candor and optimism.

  • You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging, making it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent.

  • Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of experience in auditing, at least 3 years of experience in accounting, at least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, at least 3 years of experience in compliance, or a combination.

  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ year of experience in leading audits and performing in the role of auditor-in-charge

  • 2+ years of experience in banking or in financial services

  • 4+ years experience in internal audit or risk management (can be combined with Big Four external Audit experience)

  • 1+ years of experience in performing data analysis in support of internal auditing

  • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Master’s Degree in Finance or Master of Business Administration

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or relevant certification

  • At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.This role is hybrid meaning associates will spend 3 days per week in-person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Fridays are enterprise- wide virtual work days. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are in-person days for associates to spend time together working in our beautifully-designed team areas.The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.









    Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.comCapital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

    Locations

    • New York, New York, United States
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States
    • Richmond, Virginia, United States
    • McLean, Virginia, United States
    • Plano, Texas, United States
    • Riverwoods, Illinois, United States
    • Charlotte, North Carolina New York, New YorkRichmond

    Salary

    Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

    80,000 - 135,000 USD / yearly

    * This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

    Skills Required

    • critical thinkingintermediate
    • risk management principlesintermediate
    • data analyticsintermediate
    • audit program developmentintermediate
    • internal controls testingintermediate
    • coaching and trainingintermediate

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree or military experience (experience)
    • At least 3 years of experience in auditing, accounting, financial analysis, compliance, or combination (experience)
    • 1+ year of experience in leading audits (experience)
    • 2+ years of experience in banking or financial services (experience)
    • 4+ years experience in internal audit or risk management (experience)
    • 1+ years of experience in performing data analysis (experience)
    • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or MBA (experience)
    • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or relevant certification (experience)

    Responsibilities

    • Lead small audits or own significant components of larger audits
    • Develop engagement planning documentation and audit programs
    • Design and execute audit procedures to verify internal controls
    • Prepare documentation to support audit work and conclusions
    • Establish and maintain client and team relations
    • Self-prioritize work activities managing multiple priorities

    Benefits

    • general: comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits

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