Risk Management Specialist

Kforce - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

San Antonio, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Risk Management Specialist will support risk management initiatives with a focus on HIPAA compliance, IT risk, and enterprise risk management. This role is crucial for developing and executing risk management policies, performing risk assessments, and overseeing ongoing risk monitoring within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across various departments and functions, including IT, compliance, and operational areas.
• Identify risks associated with delegated entities and work to mitigate those risks through proactive strategies and controls.
• Develop, update, and implement risk management policies, including those related to HIPAA compliance, privacy, and security.
• Work closely with IT and compliance teams to assess and manage information security and privacy risks.
• Ensure policies and procedures are aligned with best practices in risk management, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Support IT in maintaining security controls, monitoring for vulnerabilities, and responding to emerging risks.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management strategies and controls.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership on the status of risk management efforts, including identified risks, mitigation efforts, and compliance.
• Develop and execute a risk management plan that includes ongoing assessments and periodic audits.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the organization's risk management practices.
• Re-engineer existing processes and policies to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a change agent, driving improvements and fostering a culture of risk awareness across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise risk management, compliance, or auditing, preferably within a regulated industry.
• Experience with IT risk management, security policies, and procedures is highly preferred.
• Healthcare industry experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, policies, and best practices.
• Experience in HIPAA compliance, privacy, and security regulations.
• Proven ability to work with IT teams to identify, assess, and mitigate information security risks.
• Familiarity with auditing principles and risk assessments in a compliance-driven environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and the ability to execute with precision.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A change agent mentality, able to drive improvements and influence change across the organization.
• Professional polish, with the ability to engage confidently with senior leadership and external partners.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the healthcare industry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off for salaried personnel
• Paid sick leave for hourly employees on Service Contract Act projects