Sr. Risk Management Consultant (6876)

MetroStar
Arlington, VA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-to-senior level professionals with ERM experience who can navigate complex military department environments and translate risk data into actionable executive insights.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with military department experience and a track record of leading ERM program expansions
    — “DAF, DoD/DoW, or other military department experience”
  • Individuals who can effectively communicate risk strategies to senior leadership
    — “the ability to communicate with senior leaders”
  • Professionals skilled in analyzing risk data and identifying systemic gaps
    — “review historical enterprise risk data and program artifacts”

Things to consider

  • Must be physically present at the Pentagon full-time and possess a Secret clearance
    — “ability to work full-time on-site at the Pentagon”
  • Candidates should be prepared to manage multiple priorities and work independently
    — “Self-starter able to work independently, engage stakeholders proactively, and manage multiple priorities”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in developing phased risk management plans and stakeholder engagement
    — “Develop a phased expansion plan covering governance, stakeholder participation”
  • Demonstrate ability to translate complex risk data into concise executive summaries
    — “Translate complex risk information into concise executive briefings”
  • Emphasize hands-on experience with risk assessment and reporting frameworks
    — “experience supporting or managing an ERM program”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • successful risk management program expansion
  • positive stakeholder feedback
  • effective risk communication
Typical background
enterprise risk management experienceorganizational strategy background

Skills & requirements

Required

Enterprise Risk ManagementRisk AssessmentRisk GovernanceStakeholder ManagementData AnalysisReporting

Preferred

Defense Acquisition Framework (daf) ExperienceDod/dow Experience

Stack & domain

Enterprise Risk ManagementOrganizational StrategyRisk GovernanceRisk AssessmentReportingAnalyticalWrittenVerbalFacilitationCommunicationDefenseMilitary

About the role

Original posting from MetroStar

As a Enterprise Risk Management Consultant, you’ll review historical enterprise risk data and program artifacts, assess current practices, and develop a plan to expand the ERM program. The role focuses on risks that affect enterprise priorities and decisions across organizations.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

  • Review historical risk data, assessments, reports, and governance materials to identify recurring themes, gaps, and opportunities to strengthen the ERM program.
  • Develop a phased expansion plan covering governance, stakeholder participation, risk assessment, reporting, and measures of effectiveness.
  • Work across DAF organizations to identify and assess risks that could affect enterprise objectives, mission outcomes, or leadership decisions.
  • Develop and monitor key risk indicators and assessment criteria to help leaders recognize emerging risks and changes in exposure.
  • Facilitate discussions with senior leaders about risk appetite, response options, resource priorities, and trade-offs.
  • Establish consistent practices for documenting, aggregating, escalating, and monitoring enterprise risks and response actions.
  • Translate complex risk information into concise executive briefings, dashboards, and actionable recommendations. 

What you’ll need to succeed:

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in enterprise risk management, organizational strategy, or a related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, public policy, or a related field. 4+ additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree. 
  • Experience supporting or managing an ERM program, with an understanding of how risk governance, assessment, and reporting support enterprise decisions.
  • DAF, DoD/DoW, or other military department experience, including work with stakeholders across organizational boundaries.
  • Strong analytical, written, verbal, and facilitation skills, including the ability to communicate with senior leaders.
  • Self-starter able to work independently, engage stakeholders proactively, and manage multiple priorities.
  • Active Secret clearance and ability to work full-time on-site at the Pentagon.  

SALARY RANGE: $120,000 - $130,000 

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including: 

The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience

The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs

Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation

This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:

Performance-based bonuses

Company-paid training and/or certifications

Referral bonuses

Application Deadline:  Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Parental Leave and dependent care

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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