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Our client, a leading global insurer, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Remote Senior Actuarial Analyst to join their advanced analytics team. In this fully remote position, you will be instrumental in developing, validating, and implementing sophisticated financial risk models that drive strategic decision-making. Your expertise will be crucial in assessing potential risks, quantifying financial exposures, and ensuring regulatory compliance across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a strong actuarial background, deep understanding of statistical modeling and programming, and a proven ability to translate complex quantitative findings into actionable business insights. You will collaborate closely with actuaries, risk managers, data scientists, and business leaders to enhance our risk assessment capabilities and contribute to robust financial planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining complex actuarial models for pricing, reserving, capital management, and financial projections.
• Conducting in-depth analysis of financial risks, including mortality, morbidity, longevity, lapse, and investment risks.
• Performing stochastic modeling and scenario analysis to assess potential impacts on financial results.
• Validating existing models and ensuring their accuracy, reliability, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Solvency II, NAIC).
• Programming and scripting to automate model runs, analyze large datasets, and generate reports.
• Collaborating with data scientists to integrate advanced analytical techniques and machine learning into actuarial models.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior actuarial staff.
• Communicating complex technical findings clearly and concisely to non-technical stakeholders, including senior management.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of actuarial methodologies and tools.
• Assisting in the preparation of regulatory filings and internal management reports.
• Staying current with industry trends, emerging risks, and advancements in actuarial science and analytics.
• Performing peer reviews of models developed by other team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Associate (ASA) or Fellow (FSA) designation from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) or Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of actuarial experience in the insurance industry, with a strong focus on life, health, or annuity products.
• Proficiency in actuarial modeling software (e.g., Prophet, Polysystems, MoSes) and programming languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL).
• Extensive experience with statistical modeling, regression analysis, and stochastic processes.
• Strong understanding of financial risk management principles and insurance regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to apply your actuarial expertise to critical financial modeling challenges.

**Description**
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
**How will you make an impact in this role?**
As a Manager/Sr. Manager, you will:
+ Own, monitor and enhance all alternate underwriting strategies (including but not limited to) AXP Franchise Customers and Dynamic offers.
+ Evaluate new data sources from Marketing, Bureau etc. and uplift the UW decisions.
+ Deploy random tests around PL eligibility to better understand risk trends and optimize risk strategy
+ Manage partnership with Pricing, Finance and Marketing teams
+ Publish key MIS reports like Quarterly Initiative Tracker, Origination Waterfall etc. to generate insights
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Advanced Degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering, Computer Science.
+ Strong collaborative/interpersonal skills and ability to work in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment with strong attention to detail.
+ Project management skills with demonstrated proficiency in leading multiple projects simultaneously.
+ Strong analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, and an innovative approach to solving both practical and theoretical business problems
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Industry experience in installment lending UW
**Qualifications**
Salary Range: $89,250.00 to $150,250.00 annually bonus benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
+ Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ 20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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**Job:** Risk
**Primary Location:** United States
**Schedule** Full-time
**Req ID:**

**What You'll Do**
We're looking for a Director, Investment Risk Management to join our Asset Management Risk team. In this role, you'll support the Public Equities platform in the execution of the second line global investment risk management program that meets business objectives and regulatory needs.
+ Conduct on-going analysis and monitoring of portfolios across a variety of risk categories and metrics while communicating risk profiles and areas of potential exposure to support investment team's risk-based decision making, portfolio construction, active positioning, and risk/return profile of portfolios
+ Collaborate with investment teams and senior leaders to proactively assess and communicate emerging portfolio risks, integrating forward-looking insights and competitive market and industry trends into the investment risk framework
+ Provide expert guidance and strategic consultation to portfolio managers, CIOs and other business leaders, delivering actionable risk intelligence and fostering informed decision-making across funds, accounts, and strategies
+ Design and deliver investment risk analytics, dashboards, and reports at portfolio, asset class, and firm levels using internal and external models to support daily monitoring, escalation, and mitigation of risk
+ Communicating and presenting investment risk overviews and insights to variety of internal and external stakeholders
+ Provide ad-hoc quantitative analysis to support strategic projects and new or updated products, as needed
Principal Asset Management is the global investment solutions business for Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG), managing about $580 billion in assets and over 60 years of experience. Principal Asset Management has been recognized as a "Best Places to Work in Money Management" for 13 consecutive years! Check us out at You Are**
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ 10+ years related work experience in the asset management industry via risk management or portfolio management with expertise in public equities
+ Broad knowledge of financial and investment risk management practices and in-depth experience with risk tools like Barra, Aladdin, Bloomberg, Axioma
+ Strong technical understanding of equity risk factors, performance and risk attribution, concentration risk, liquidity risk, scenario analysis, stress testing, and VaR/tracking error methodologies
**Skills That Will Help You Stand Out**
+ CFA, FRM or advanced degree in Finance, Econometrics, or Statistics
+ Must have proven and strong abilities and skills in the areas of written and verbal communication, presentations, attention to detail, critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, decision making, consulting, influencing, and relationship building skills
+ Proficiency with programming languages such as Python, R, MATLAB; machine learning is a plus.
+ Comfortable presenting to senior leadership, committees, boards, clients and other external stakeholders
**Salary Range Information**
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
**Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)**
$ - / year
**Time Off Program**
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
**Pension Eligible**
No
**Location(s)**
We're open to considering in-office or hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) talent. Locations for hybrid talent are Des Moines, IA (preferred), Denver, Seattle, New York City, Charlotte, or Chicago. You'll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors. You can check out what our Global Headquarters looks like here:
**Work Authorization/Sponsorship**
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers ( and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants ( Code of Ethics**
For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
**Experience Principal**
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site ( to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
**Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
**Posting Window**
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
**Original Posting Date**
10/27/2025
**Most Recently Posted Date**
10/27/2025
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The Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive risk management framework and strategy across the organization. This role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure the organization's assets, reputation, and operations are protected. This role ensures consistency of management practices and reporting across Cardinal Health.
This is a highly visible role that reports to the Senior Vice President of Internal Audit. This role has a broad cross functional reach and oversees two direct reports.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Development, implementation, management & continuous improvement of an enterprise-wide risk management framework, including policies, procedures, and guidelines.
+ Identify and assess potential risks and vulnerabilities across the organization, including operational, regulatory, technology, financial, strategic, and reputational risks.
+ Collaborate with risk owners to establish risk mitigation strategies and action plans.
+ Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management processes and controls.
+ Provide guidance and support to business units in identifying and managing risks within their respective areas.
+ Assist in developing and delivering risk management training programs to enhance risk awareness and promote a risk-conscious culture.
+ Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to ensure alignment and coordination of risk management efforts.
+ Provide risk reporting and assessments to key stakeholders, including Committees, Boards and C-suite.
+ Committed to growing external partnerships to stay current on industry trends, best practices and emerging developments to inform strategic decisions and enhance organizational performance.
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, risk management, or a related study or equivalent work experience in a related field.
+ 10+ years in risk management (or related field).
+ Knowledge of risk management principles, methodologies, and frameworks.
+ Demonstrated ability to develop and implement risk management strategies and initiatives.
+ Proven ability to lead teams directly and influence outcomes across the organization.
+ Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and make sound decisions.
+ Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners.
+ Strong communication skills and executive presence with the ability to engage, collaborate, influence and present to senior executives, up to c-suite and board members.
+ Ability to travel if needed
**What's expected of you and others at this level:**
+ Provides leadership to managers and experienced professional staff
+ Manages an organizational budget
+ Assists in the development of departmental strategy
+ Interacts with internal and/or external leaders, including senior management
+ Identified areas of risk management synergies across the organization
+ Develops and implements policies and procedures to achieve organizational goals
+ Decisions have an extended impact on work processes, outcomes, and customers
+ Persuades others into agreement in sensitive situations while maintaining positive relationships
**Anticipated salary range:** $116,500 - $207,755
**Bonus eligible:** Yes
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
**Application window anticipated to close:** 10/31/2025 **if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._
_Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal_ _Opportunity/Affirmative_ _Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law._
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**Company :**
Highmark Health
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
***CANDIDATE MUST BE US Citizen (due to contractual/access requirements)***
This job directs and manages Identity and Access Management (IAM) services for the Enterprise. Provides leadership to the Organization's IAM program, including developing and managing the related policies, standards, architectures, and controls. Partners with Information Security, IT Infrastructure, Application Development, and business units to ensure secure and appropriate access to systems and data. Develops talent, addresses resource management, cultivates capabilities of staff, plans and coordinates work, and manages performance. Actively contributes to the IAM strategic planning process to develop and implement department strategic plans and action steps that support corporate strategic objectives. Defines service levels and monitors adherence. Sets budgets and controls expenses within the operating unit. Creates a team environment that promotes cooperation, empowerment, accountability, customer focus, and effective work relationships in order to realize business goals.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Perform management responsibilities including, but not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions; coaching and development; rewards and recognition; performance management and staff productivity.
+ Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
+ Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization: facilitate meetings; plan, design and provide presentations; represent HM Health Solutions with outside entities; prepare divisional procedures, policies, reports and correspondence.
+ Provide Leadership to the Department: lead and champion organizational change; encourage participation in activities that support relationship development; champion information security and risk management innovation; demonstrate and champion the following characteristics in fulfilling the responsibilities of the job - passion, empowerment, accountability, collaboration and ethics.
+ Provide oversight of all aspects of project management to ensure continuous improvement of processes: negotiate and collaborate with senior executives and staff to develop solutions and options; develop and adhere to internal standards and strategies; ensure adherence to approved methodologies; coordinate resources, time, contingency plans and risk management; provide oversight regarding metrics, funding, budgets and resources.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Computer Science or related field, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
**Preferred**
+ Master's Degree in Information Security, or a related field with a focus on Identity and Access Management.
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 10 - 15 years in Information Security and/or Information Risk Management and/or Information Technology
+ 10 - 15 years in developing, communicating and presenting Information Security and Risk Management concepts to varying audiences
+ 7 - 10 years in mentoring others in a leadership role
+ 5 - 7 years in Staff Management
+ 5 - 7 years in developing and executing strategic plans to realize business objectives
+ 5 - 7 years establishing budgets and meeting fiduciary goals
**Preferred**
+ Experience managing an Identity and Access Management program using industry-standard frameworks.
+ Experience with cloud-based IAM solutions.
+ Experience with implementing and managing role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and policy-based access control (PBAC).
+ Experience with Zero Trust security models and their application to Identity and Access Management.
+ Experience with the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to Identity and Access Management.
+ Experience with Identity Governance technologies (e.g., SailPoint).
+ Experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
+ Experience with Federated Identity Management (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
+ Experience with enterprise directory services such as Active Directory and LDAP.
+ Experience with securing APIs using IAM principles and technologies.
+ Experience with cloud-based identity providers like Azure AD, AWS IAM, and Google Cloud Identity.
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred** (any of the following)
+ Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
+ Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
+ Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC)
+ Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
**SKILLS**
+ Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), HITECH, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS), and FIPS-140
+ Strong executive communication and presenting skills
+ Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
+ Experience in leading process improvement initiatives
+ Ability to motivate high performance, multi-discipline teams
+ Demonstrated competency in project execution
+ Demonstrated abilities in relationship management
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$126,400.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$236,000.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Req ID: J

**Company Description**
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that-our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK, and SanDisk® Professional brands.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.
**Job Description**
**Director, Risk Management**
Employees can work remotely
Full-time
**Job Description**
**Essential Duties & Responsibilities:**
As the Director of Risk Management you will play a vital role in managing and optimizing supplier and operational programs that improve the bottom line and protect the organization in various risk areas. Your responsibilities will include designing, developing and implementing risk strategic policies and procedures to assess, onboard, monitor, and optimize third-party relationships and ensure our supply chain is resilient. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive these improvements, lead the change management, streamline processes, and ensure compliance to enhance financial & business performance.
**Third-Party Relationship Management:**
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of third-party relationships, from initial vendor selection and due diligence to ongoing performance monitoring and evaluation. Establish strong partnerships with vendors, managing contracts, and service level agreements to ensure the organization's needs are met effectively.
**Supply Chain Risk Resiliency:**
Strengthen the E2E supply chain risk resiliency through strategic initiatives, technology, risk mitigation plans, policy implementation, and monitoring and reporting for compliance. This will require collaboration and working closely with key stakeholders including IT, Legal, Finance and Supply Chain / Procurement teams to ensure effective risk management and mitigation. This position will also work collaboratively with other areas within the broader operation teams to ensure we have cohesive risk resiliency plans and we are able to quicky address any risk issues / events to mitigate impact.
**Procedures, Policies and Audits:**
Ensure third-party risk management practices adhere to company policies and comply with relevant required regulations and standards. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure any issues or findings are addressed timely and then governed. Ensure policies and procedures stay current, accurate and complete.
**Performance Monitoring and Evaluation:**
Mature and digitalize risk / compliance performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure performance against contractual obligations, service level agreements, risk resiliency, and compliance requirements. Conduct vendor performance reviews, identify areas for improvement, and implement any corrective actions necessary.
**Qualifications**
**Required:**
- Bachelor's degree in business, risk management, finance, supply chain or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Experience in risk management, procurement, compliance or supplier governance, with at least 5 years in leadership and 10 years in work experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strong knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in third-party management, risk resiliency, governance processes, regulatory requirements and ability to work with cross-functional teams to increase resiliency within WD and with WD suppliers.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to build and execute strategic plans and articulate vision to others, including executives.
**Skills:**
+ Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead a team, drive results, and foster a collaborative work environment.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
+ Strong program management skills and ability to hold others accountable for deliverables to ensure program plan timelines are successfully met.
**Additional Information**
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ( " poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here ( .
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be **12/4/25** , although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.
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**Compensation & Benefits Details**
+ An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
+ The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
+ If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
+ You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under **either** Western Digital's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
+ **Note:** No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
**Notice To Candidates:** Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline ( or email .

**Company :**
Highmark Health
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
This job provides Information Security and Risk Management services for the Organization. Works with peers within security, HM Health Solutions customers and application teams to ensure alignment with current and future security needs. Manages activities of various Information Security personnel. Makes decisions on personnel actions (promotions, hiring, terminations, etc.). Develops talent, addresses resource management, cultivates capabilities of staff, planning and coordination of work, and managing performance. Conducts the oversight of security technology products for network, systems, and data. Controls expenses within the operating unit and is responsible for meeting budget goals. Actively contributes to the Information Security ans Risk Management (ISRM) strategic planning process by working with the Directors to develop and implement department strategic plans and action steps that support the corporate strategic objectives. Actively involved in the coordination, implementation, problem solving, communication, and training of new technologies and processes, as they are developed and moved into the environment. Develops and presents Information Security awareness and training programs.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Perform management responsibilities including, but not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions; coaching and development; rewards and recognition; performance management and staff productivity.
+ Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
+ Provide oversight of all aspects of project management to ensure continuous improvement of processes: negotiate and collaborate with leadership and staff to develop security solutions and options; develop and adhere to internal standards and strategies; ensure adherence to approved methodologies; coordinate resources, time, contingency plans and risk management.
+ Provide leadership to the department: lead and champion organizational change; encourage participation in activities that support relationship development; champion information security innovation; encourage and enforce proper training in regards to security issues.
+ Ensure compliance to Corporate and Information Security policies, standards and procedures.
+ Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization: facilitate meetings; plan, design and provide presentations; represent HM Health Solutions with outside entities; prepare divisional procedures, policies, reports and correspondence; spread awareness of new and existing security threats; provide oversight regarding metrics, funding, budgets and resources.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Computer Science or related field
**Substitutions**
+ 6 years of relevant experience substitution for a Bachelor's Degree
**Preferred**
+ Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 7 - 10 years in Information Security and/or Information Risk Management and/or Information Technology
+ 7 - 10 years in developing, communicating and presenting Information Security and Risk Management concepts to varying audiences
+ 1 - 3 years in mentoring others in a leadership role
+ 1 - 3 years in Staff Management
+ 1 - 3 years in developing and executing strategic plans to realize business objectives
**Preferred**
+ 10 - 15 years in Information Security and/or Information Risk Management and/or Information Technology
+ Experience managing an information security function using the HITRUST Common Security Framework (HITRUST CSF), or the NIST 800-83 cyber security framework
+ Experience supporting SSAE 16 or SOC 2 Security Trust Principle audits
+ Experience establishing budgets and meeting fiduciary goals
+ Security industry organization participation/leadership (HITRUST, ISACA, InfraGard, ISC2, ISSA, etc.)
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) **OR**
+ Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) **OR**
+ Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC) **OR**
+ Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
**SKILLS**
+ Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS), and FIPS-140
+ Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
+ Experience in leading process improvement initiatives
+ Ability to motivate high performance, multi-discipline teams
+ Demonstrated competency in project execution
+ Demonstrated abilities in relationship management
**Languages (Other than English)**
None
**Travel Requirement**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-Based
Teaches/Trains others regularly
Frequently
Travels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Occasionally
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical Work Site Required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Does Not Apply
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**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$108,000.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$201,800.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
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Our client, a leading financial institution based in Des Moines, Iowa, US , is seeking an accomplished Senior Quantitative Analyst to join their sophisticated Risk Management division. This role is integral to developing and implementing advanced analytical models that assess and mitigate financial risks across various business units. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, exceptional analytical skills, and a deep understanding of financial markets and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing, validating, and implementing complex quantitative models for market risk, credit risk, and operational risk assessment.
• Performing rigorous stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the resilience of portfolios under adverse market conditions.
• Collaborating with business lines to understand their risk exposures and provide data-driven insights and solutions.
• Designing and building robust reporting tools and dashboards to communicate risk metrics and findings to senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Conducting in-depth research on new quantitative techniques and financial instruments to enhance risk management capabilities.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Mentoring junior analysts and contributing to the overall technical development of the team.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of data quality, model governance, and risk frameworks.
• Presenting complex analytical findings in a clear and concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Staying current with industry best practices and emerging trends in quantitative finance and risk management.

Required qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Economics.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quantitative analysis, risk management, or financial modeling within the banking or financial services industry.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in quantitative finance (e.g., Python, R, C++, SQL).
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, derivatives, and risk management principles.
• Experience with regulatory frameworks such as Basel III, Dodd-Frank, or CCAR is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Experience with large datasets and data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

This hybrid role requires a commitment to both in-office collaboration in Des Moines, Iowa, US , and remote flexibility. Join a team that is at the forefront of financial risk innovation.

Our client, a prominent financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Analyst specializing in Risk Management to join our esteemed team in Des Moines, Iowa, US . This role is critical in identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks across the organization, ensuring stability and compliance. You will leverage your expertise in financial modeling, data analysis, and regulatory frameworks to provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust financial risk models and frameworks.
• Analyze market risks, credit risks, operational risks, and liquidity risks impacting the organization.
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of adverse economic conditions.
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to financial risk.
• Prepare comprehensive risk reports and presentations for executive management and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations (e.g., Basel III, Dodd-Frank) and internal policies.
• Collaborate with various departments, including Treasury, Accounting, and Business Units, to gather data and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation in risk management activities.
• Stay current with emerging financial risks, industry best practices, and regulatory changes.
• Provide guidance and support to junior analysts on the risk management team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. Master's degree or CFA/FRM designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, risk management, or a related field within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management principles.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and statistical software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R).
• Experience with regulatory compliance and reporting requirements in the financial sector.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks is desirable.

This position offers a challenging and rewarding career opportunity within a stable and growing organization. The role requires on-site presence in Des Moines, Iowa, US to foster close collaboration with the team and key stakeholders.