SSDLC Risk and Compliance Advisor I - Risk and Control Testing (Mid Level)

Company: USAA
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: December 31, 2025

Job Description:

Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the 1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. The Opportunity We are seeking a SSLDC Risk and Compliance Advisor I - Risk Assessment to join our team. In this mid-level role, you will collaborate closely with team leads to strengthen the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSLDC) process, with a particular emphasis on Static and Dynamic Application Security Testing (SAST/DAST). Key responsibilities will include conducting monitoring and testing activities, formalizing testing documentation and procedures, working on identified issues to resolution, participating in annual risk assessments, and providing second-line oversight to first-line partners involved in the Compliance Risk Management Program for the Secure Software Development Life Cycle. The ideal candidate will possess Risk and Control Testing Expertise, with a strong focus on evaluating the operational efficiency of controls. Experience in Third Line Audit or a QA tester background transitioning into a risk and controls career is highly desirable. You must have the ability to conduct detailed Process Walkthroughs & Documentation with first-line teams and assess control operational effectiveness. The capacity to apply Regulatory Guidance to consult and provide insights to business partners. We are looking for someone Proactive in Risk Identification & Solutioning, capable of identifying potential concerns and recommending effective solutions. Experience in IT General Controls (ITGC) Testing alongside operational controls. Prior experience within large, highly regulated financial institutions is required. A CISA or CISM certification is preferred. Finally, candidates must have working knowledge in SSDLC/SDLC and a combination of risk and controls experience within this environment. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: Charlotte, NC or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: - Partners with key team members in the business to identify, assess, aggregate and document risk and compliance controls, including risks associated with new or modified products, services, distribution channels, regulations, and third-party operations. - Communicates results of risk and compliance work to governance committees, business process owners and various levels of leadership. - Contributes to the implementation of new risk and compliance policies, practices, appetites, and solutions to ensure well-rounded understanding and management of risks according to industry standard process. - Implements assigned risk or compliance activities in accordance with enterprise policies and procedures. - Maintains and expands knowledge of the competitive/regulatory landscape and the company's key challenges. Reviews laws and regulations for business impact and makes proposals for awareness and action. - May coordinate and respond to regulatory requirements and requests and ensures the execution of examinations. - Performs work on risk and compliance processes that focus on improving strategies, tools, and methodologies to measure, monitor, and report risks. - Applies knowledge to assess data and produce analytical insights to understand business objectives, drive business decisions and influence solution strategies. - Actively contributes in cross-functional teams to identify, assess, aggregate, and mitigate current and emerging risk events. - Contributes to stress test plans for a line of business or the enterprise including the evaluation of results and framing of contingency plans in partnership with key business partners What you have: - Bachelor’s degree or 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree. - 4 years relevant experience in risk, compliance, legal or audit within the financial services or insurance industry or specialized technical fields directly related to the role. - Risk and/or compliance experience in a highly matrixed environment. - Knowledge of compliance laws, regulations, and regulatory expectations. - An ability to apply regulatory risk and compliance knowledge to consult and provide guidance. - An ability to challenge in business or team settings. - Effectively work with internal and external partners in a highly collaborative environment. - Critical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and techniques and decision-making abilities to recommend data-driven solutions. - Proactively identifies potential concerns and recommends solutions. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint What sets you apart: - Risk and Control Testing Expertise: Experience in conducting risk assessments and control testing, with a strong focus on evaluating the operational efficiency of controls. - Audit or QA Background with Risk Focus: Experience in Third Line Audit or a QA tester background transitioning into a risk and controls career. - Process Walkthroughs & Documentation: Ability to conduct detailed walkthroughs with first-line teams, document processes, and assess control operational efficiency. - Regulatory Guidance: Capacity to apply regulatory risk and compliance knowledge to consult and provide guidance to business partners. - Proactive Risk Identification & Solutioning: Proactive in identifying potential risks and concerns, and capable of recommending effective solutions. - IT General Controls (ITGC) Testing: Experience in testing IT General Controls (ITGCs) in addition to operational controls. - Financial Institution Experience: Experience working within large, highly regulated financial institutions. - SSDLC/SDLC & Risk/Controls Domain Knowledge: Experience in the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) or Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), demonstrating a combination of domain knowledge and risk/controls expertise - Security Certifications: Possession of one or more of the following highly preferred certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). - Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $85,040.00 - $162,550.00. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA 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 status as a protected veteran.

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