RISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (HYBRID), AUSTIN, TX
Contract: 12 Months (3 Yrs Ext)
Deadline: 11/5/25
Job Description:
Perform advanced (senior-level) risk management work. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Resources at this level may independently perform the most complex risk management work and may:
Evaluate and optimize risk prevention, reduction, retention, transfer, and control measures through program reviews and coordinated interagency risk management programs to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Lead in implementation and configuration of information security risk platform, integration with existing platforms, development of reporting and analytics capabilities, and alignment with governance standards and frameworks.
Directly support the design, development, and evaluation of enterprise risk management and third-party risk programs and guidelines.
Adapt Texas specific controls and frameworks (TCF, TAC 202, and TXRAMP) into standardized, established risk assessment ranking and prioritization rubrics.
Apply expertise in information security risk reduction, measurement, and communication in support of procedures and milestones to measure the effectiveness and performance of risk management programs.
Prepare technical and comprehensive reports, plans, and procedures for developing risk management programs, reviews, and inspections.
Other Requirements:
The individual’s experience must be related to information security or cyber risk. We are not considering individuals with experience mostly or wholly in physical security.
Required Skills:
6 Yrs of Proven track record of leading advanced risk management initiatives by designing and deploying integrated security platforms and analytics solutions
6 Yrs of Demonstrated ability to orchestrate cross-functional program reviews and interagency collaboration across diverse operational environments
6 Yrs of Demonstrated ability to translate complex risk management concepts, strategies, and methods into understandable formats for diverse audiences including executive leadership
6 Yrs of Experience in developing and refining information security risk management programs in a federated governance environment
6 Yrs of Expertise in translating complex state specific information security frameworks and regulatory mandates (e.g. TCF, TAC 202, TEXRAMP) into actionable prioritized risk assessment methodologies
Preferred Skills:
8 Yrs of Exceptional writing and communication skills producing through clear risk management documentation that supports strategic decision making
8 Yrs of Hands on experience in configuring and operationalizing risk management tools and platforms. Ensuring seamless integration with legacy platforms and processes