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Risk Data Analyst roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in statistics, finance, or data science. Most positions qualify as STEM-designated roles, supporting a 24-month OPT extension. Employers in banking, insurance, and fintech regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role.
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INTRODUCTION
The energy of a newsroom, the pace of a trading floor, the buzz of a recent tech breakthrough; we work hard, and we work fast - while keeping up the quality and accuracy we're known for. It's what keeps us inventing and reinventing, all the time. Our culture is wide open, just like our spaces. We bring out the best in each other through collaboration. Through our countless volunteer projects, we also help network with the communities around us, too. You can do amazing work here. Work you couldn't do anywhere else. It's up to you to make it happen.
Bloomberg’s Chief Risk Office (CRO) Department plays a critical role in supporting our businesses and operations around the world. We move quickly and thoughtfully to help address the risks that are inherent with being the world’s leading financial news and information company. Our team is made up of talented and hardworking professionals who think creatively and work collaboratively in an open environment to deliver results, drive innovation, and solve difficult problems. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we strive to maintain an environment where our employees are empowered to make an impact. We also recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in cultivating a supportive workplace and the importance of giving back to our communities.
The CRO team provides coverage of both Bloomberg's regulated entities and products, and Bloomberg's non-regulated products and services. Our focus is to address risks and related issues by providing risk management as a service, focusing on providing and delivering value to help businesses and departments thoughtfully incorporate risk into decision making.
Vendor Risk Management (VRM) or third-party risk is part of the Chief Risk Office (CRO) and responsible for assisting Bloomberg departments and select subsidiaries of Bloomberg LP in the selection, assessment, mitigation, and continuous monitoring of risks introduced by vendors and other third-party service providers.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Vendor Risk Analytics & Reporting Lead to design and implement data-driven solutions that enable and enhance Bloomberg’s Vendor Risk Management program. This individual contributor role will focus on sourcing, integrating, and operationalizing internal and third-party data feeds to support automated risk identification, profiling, assessment, and continuous monitoring of vendor engagements - including owning and managing the Company’s Critical Vendor analysis and reporting.
You will work closely with risk assessors, technology teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure data is leveraged effectively to drive insights, improve decision-making, and strengthen Bloomberg’s third-party risk posture.
We’ll Trust You To:
Data Strategy & Integration:
- Help define and own our Critical Vendor data-based methodology, as well as other key TPRM reporting frameworks. Establish and implement KRIs and KPIs across our vendor risk program.
- Identify and source internal and external data feeds relevant to vendor risk domains (e.g., InfoSec, privacy, resilience, regulatory).
- Design and implement data pipelines and integration workflows to support automated risk profiling, scoring and continuous monitoring.
- Collaborate with technology partners to ensure data architecture supports scalability, accuracy, and timeliness of risk insights.
- Maintain data dictionaries, lineage documentation, and governance protocols to ensure transparency and consistency.
Analytics & Reporting:
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools that provide actionable insights into vendor risk exposure, trends, and performance.
- Support thematic and engagement-level risk assessments with data-driven analysis and visualizations.
- Partner with VRM leadership to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for program effectiveness.
- Deliver executive-ready reporting that supports strategic decision-making and regulatory compliance.
Collaboration & Enablement:
- Work with Vendor Risk Managers to understand and take ownership of our TPRM data needs and help translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Partner with Enterprise Risk, Compliance, and Legal teams to ensure reporting aligns with broader risk frameworks and obligations.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve data capabilities and analytics maturity.
- Contribute to the development of training materials and documentation to support adoption of analytics tools across the VRM team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Risk Management, or equivalent industry experience.
- Extensive experience in vendor risk management and/or data analytics roles, with a focus on third party data integration and reporting.
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., QlikSense, Power BI) and analytics platforms.
- Experience with data engineering tools and languages (e.g., SQL, Python, ETL frameworks).
- Familiarity with third-party risk domains and vendor risk assessment methodologies.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, DORA, NIST, ISO).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
- Experience working in cross-functional environments and managing multiple stakeholder priorities.
Please note we use years of experience as a guide but we certainly will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary for the role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience building automated risk scoring models or continuous monitoring solutions.
- Familiarity with vendor risk platforms and tools (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow, SIG, VSAQ).
- Knowledge of cloud-based data architectures and security practices.
- Experience supporting regulatory audits or compliance reporting related to third-party risk.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: 130000 - 180000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
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LOCATION
Location: New York
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Risk Data Analyst
Target STEM-eligible employers first
Risk Data Analyst roles at banks, insurance firms, and financial technology companies are almost always classified under STEM SOC codes. Prioritizing these employers maximizes your 24-month OPT extension eligibility and gives you more time to secure H-1B sponsorship.
Emphasize quantitative skills in your application
Employers sponsoring OPT students for risk roles want to see proficiency in SQL, Python, or R alongside experience with credit, market, or operational risk models. Concrete examples from coursework or internships signal you can contribute immediately without a long ramp-up period.
Understand your OPT employment requirements
Your risk analyst work must be directly related to your degree field to remain authorized under OPT. A finance or statistics degree supports most risk roles cleanly. If your degree is tangential, document the connection carefully before your DSO certifies employment.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship early but tactfully
Raise visa sponsorship after receiving an offer, not during early interviews. Ask specifically whether the company has sponsored H-1B petitions for risk or analytics roles before. A clear yes from a past hire in a similar position is the strongest signal you can get.
Build a profile that reduces perceived sponsorship risk
Employers hesitate when sponsorship feels uncertain. A strong GPA in a quantitative field, relevant certifications like FRM or CFA Level 1, and demonstrated experience with regulatory frameworks like Basel III reduce that hesitation significantly for risk-focused hiring managers.
Track your OPT authorization dates precisely
Risk analyst hiring cycles at large financial institutions move slowly. Know your OPT end date and the STEM extension application window. Filing the extension late disqualifies you from the 60-day grace period and can create an employment gap that complicates sponsorship timelines.
Risk Data Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Risk Data Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Risk Data Analyst positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because they fall under SOC codes in mathematics, statistics, or computer and information science. The specific SOC code your employer assigns matters. Before accepting an offer, confirm that the role is coded under a STEM-designated category. Your DSO can verify this against the official STEM OPT designation list.
How do I find Risk Data Analyst employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you can browse Risk Data Analyst roles at employers who have a track record of sponsoring work visas. Large banks, insurance carriers, and fintech firms are the most consistent sponsors in this field. Avoid applying broadly and instead focus on employers with demonstrated sponsorship history.
Does my degree field need to match a Risk Data Analyst role for OPT authorization?
Yes. OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your degree. Statistics, applied mathematics, data science, economics, and finance degrees all connect cleanly to risk analyst work. Engineering degrees with quantitative coursework can also qualify. If the connection is indirect, document it in writing with your DSO before starting the role, since USCIS can audit OPT employment relevance.
Can I work as a contractor or consultant in a Risk Data Analyst role on OPT?
You can work as a contractor, but the arrangement requires careful structure. You must have a real employer-employee relationship with a U.S. entity, meaning that entity must sign your Form I-983 for STEM OPT. Staffing agency placements where the agency is your legal employer are permitted, but pure self-employment or independent contracting without an employer of record is not authorized under OPT.
What happens to my OPT status if I lose my Risk Data Analyst job?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends during the standard OPT period, and a 60-day grace period during the STEM extension as well. During that window, you must either find a new qualifying risk analyst role, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to depart. Report the job separation to your DSO immediately. Delaying that report can create compliance issues that complicate future sponsorship applications.