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R1003249 Posted 10/08/2026

Compliance Tester III

Richmond, Virginia | McLean, Virginia | Wilmington, Delaware
  • Category Risk Management
  • Experience Principal Associate
  • Primary Address Richmond, Virginia | McLean, Virginia | Wilmington, Delaware

Overview

Compliance Tester III


The Corporate Compliance team is seeking an experienced Principal Associate who will be responsible for executing risk-based compliance control testing under the leadership of a team leader, for the purpose of independently validating business line adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and guidance. A successful candidate excels at developing a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, conducting end-to-end testing, and drawing conclusions based on critical thinking, judgment, and analysis. The role requires the ability to work cross-functionally with business partners and compliance advisors, the ability to work autonomously, a keen attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. The role involves testing Privacy risk across all lines of businesses and testing Enterprise Services. 


Responsibilities will include (but may not be limited to):

  • Guided by team leadership, executing targeted, complex testing for line of business compliance requirements to effectively challenge business controls in accordance with team, program, and enterprise methodologies
  • Drives innovation by identifying process enhancements and suggesting changes to testing 
  • Managing testing schedules to ensure all tasks and reporting are completed within established timeframes
  • Obtaining, analyzing, and validating test data from multiple sources, executing end-to-end testing following documented test plans, and systematically documenting the work and results
  • Demonstrating the ability to explore and quickly grasp new technologies to progress varied initiatives
  • Identifying and engaging with proper points of contact throughout the testing process
  • Reviewing tests executed by peers for accuracy and adherence to test procedures
  • Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with Compliance Advisors, the Risk Offices, and Business Areas
  • Autonomously owning and leading conversations with the business, advisory, and Business Risk Office
  • Drafting the final results reports and presenting to Compliance Officers

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or Military Experience
  • At least 3 years experience in Compliance Testing, Risk Management, Compliance Monitoring, Quality Assurance, Audit, International or Global Trade, Privacy, or Enterprise Services 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of experience in Compliance Testing, Risk Management, Compliance Monitoring, Quality Assurance, Audit, International or Global Trade, Privacy, or Enterprise Services 
  • Strong working knowledge of international laws and regulations as they relate to US companies operating in different countries, with an emphasis on international privacy laws and regulations
  • Excellent problem-solving, conceptual thinking and communication skills
  • Compliance related certifications (Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP))
  • Working knowledge of Excel and Google Applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc)


At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (e.g. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-3, and O-1, or any other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $120,800 - $137,900 for Compliance Tester III


Richmond, VA: $109,900 - $125,400 for Compliance Tester III


Wilmington, DE: $109,900 - $125,400 for Compliance Tester III









Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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