Chief Risk Officer

Title: Chief Risk Officer

State Role Title:Info Technology Manager II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $160000 annually

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Virginia Employment Commission

Location:VEC CENTRAL OFFICE

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate to join our team in the newly created position of Chief Risk Officer and establish and manage the agencys risk management program and governance structure to ensure business needs are met operations are continuous and risk is mitigated. Please see the Qualifications sections for more information.

Minimum Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of risk management industry standards/regulations related to Continuity and Resiliency Planning Safety Emergency Management Disaster Preparedness Incident Response and Facilities Management; network and cloud security; information security principles and practices governance tools and technology; systems security requirements vulnerabilities threats risk mitigation controls and configuration management; and identification and authentication risk assessment personnel and data security physical environment protections contingency planning incident response and system and information integrity.
Excellent analytical facilitation decision-making oral/written communication strategic planning computer and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage resources programs projects and staff; collect interpret and present data; analyze systems and the relationship to the processing environment; ensure safety security and facilities issues are addressed; conduct assessments and implement risk management frameworks and process improvement strategies; collaborate with various parties; develop and implement policies/procedures; prepare plans and reports; make presentations; and proactively address existing and emerging risks.
Must successfully complete an FBI fingerprint background investigation state law enforcement background check and citizenship/ residency validation of the subjects eligibility to legally work in the United States (e.g. a United States citizen or foreign citizen with the necessary authorization). Subsequent reinvestigation(s) must be conducted within 5 years from date of the previous BI.
Must meet the requirements to obtain and/or maintain the Commonwealth ISO certification and comply with SOEI requirements.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of state and federal security controls (VITA IT Resource Management policies and standards NIST 800-53A IRS 1075 CMS MARS-E SSA etc.). Relevant certifications such as Certified Risk Manager Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Business Continuity Professional Certified Safety Professional CompTIA Security Systems Security Certified Practitioner or Certified Information Security Manager.
Executive level experience working in IS and risk management in a governmental setting. Frequent travel may be required.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position requires the completion of a Statement of Economic Interest (SOEI) form and mandatory training on the Conflict of Interest Act (COIA). The SOEI form must be submitted online no later than the end of the first day in the new position and subsequently thereafter each year during the annual filing period (January 1 to February 1). You should receive an email notification from the Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council regarding this process along with instructions on how to access the system. The COIA training must be completed within 2 months of assuming the new position and every 2 years thereafter.

The Virginia Employment Commission is committed to upholding our values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds including all races ethnicities genders and abilities.
The VEC Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and rsums will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. VEC does not provide relocation assistance and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience knowledge skills and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
For the status of your application and this position please refer to your RMS / account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: VEC will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources / Recruitment

Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application please refer to your account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.

Email: for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications resumes or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application please refer to your account.

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.