Risk Specialist
Core
Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, technical, and product risks across crypto products and platforms to protect customers and the firm.
Role type
Operational Risk Specialist (Crypto/Fintech)
Builds
Risk management programs, loss tracking processes, and governance reporting for crypto operations.
Domain
Cryptocurrency / Fintech / Financial Services
Required skills
Operational risk management, technical risk assessment, root cause analysis, issue management lifecycle, risk and control self-assessments (RCSA), key risk indicators (KRIs), business continuity planning, regulatory compliance knowledge, stakeholder communication, data analysis
Preferred skills
Cryptocurrency industry experience, GRC tools proficiency, SQL/Python/BI tools, NYDFS/DORA/MiCA regulatory familiarity, computer science background
Technologies
LogicGate, SQL, Python, BI tools
Responsibilities
Facilitate technical and product risk assessments for new and existing crypto products; analyze incident data to identify root causes and systemic themes; mature operational loss tracking processes; manage the issue management lifecycle; perform and refresh RCSAs and support Business Impact Analyses; monitor and develop key risk indicators (KRIs); prepare risk reporting for governance forums; partner with engineering, product, compliance, and enterprise risk teams.
Seniority
Mid-Senior (5+ years experience)