OPT Risk Data Analyst Jobs
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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Think BIG. Achieve More. At City National Bank of Florida, we invest in our people and the communities we serve. Join a team where ambitious careers and meaningful relationships thrive together. We’re entrepreneurs at heart—growing fast, making an impact, and shaping the future of banking in Florida. To learn more about City National Bank of Florida visit About Us!
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The Business Risk & Controls Data Analyst supports the First Line of Defense (1LOD) Risk Management function by delivering data-driven insights, maintaining risk reporting, and enabling effective governance through analytics, dashboards, and reporting. This role partners closely with Business Risk Controls Officers (BRCO), Control Testing, and business stakeholders to enhance risk visibility, support Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) processes, and ensure data quality and integrity across key risk and performance indicators.
- Partner with Business Risk Control Officers (BRCOs) to support reporting and analytics required for Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs).
- Collaborate with the Control Testing Manager to produce reporting and data outputs required for control testing activities.
- Monitor exception reports to identify data quality issues, and support the identification, escalation, and remediation of issues impacting risk reporting and control effectiveness.
- Prepare, design, and maintain departmental reporting, including Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), dashboards, scorecards, and recurring reports to enhance visibility into risk and performance metrics.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data used in reporting and analytics.
- Analyze structured and semi-structured data to support risk identification, decision-making, and operational improvements.
- Maintain an inventory of department reporting tools, data sources, and associated control documentation to support governance and oversight requirements.
- Assist in regulatory examinations, and internal and external audits by providing reporting, analytics, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare executive-ready materials, including reporting packages, presentations, and visualizations for governance committees.
- Maintain thorough documentation of reporting methodologies, assumptions, and data sources to support audit and review processes.
- Collaborate with business lines, risk teams, and other stakeholders to validate data sources, align reporting outputs, and ensure consistency in risk reporting.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external partners, including business lines, risk teams, and support functions.
- Provide guidance, support, and training to lines of business on reporting tools, dashboards, and compliance-related processes.
- Maintain strong product, system, and process knowledge to effectively support risk management activities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis, business analytics, operations analytics, or a related analytical role.
- Experience within financial services or banking environments is preferred.
- Experience in financial services, risk management, compliance, or audit environments.
- Exposure to KRIs/KPIs and governance reporting.
- Familiarity with regulatory expectations and audit processes.
- Strong ability to work with large data sets using structured analytical methods.
- Intermediate proficiency in data programming, querying, and analysis tools such as Microsoft SQL, Python, C#, or similar technologies.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of reporting and visualization tools.
- Experience with reporting tools and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Excel).
- Ability to translate analytical findings into clear, executive-level narratives and visuals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing leadership-facing materials.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple analytical requests simultaneously.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, execution-focused environment while maintaining accuracy and rigor.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant analytical experience may be considered.
Benefits & Perks
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your success:
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with employer contributions.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) with matching.
- Paid Time Off & Holidays: Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Wellness Support: Access to mental health and financial wellness resources. Visit our benefits page to learn more Benefits! Join City National Bank of Florida. The possibilities are endless.
Special Information To Candidates
Equal Opportunity
City National Bank of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any status protected by federal, state, or Florida law. We comply with the ADA and applicable Florida laws.
Interview Guidelines
To ensure a fair and consistent interview process, applicants are not permitted to use AI-enabled devices during interviews, including AI glasses or similar wearable technology that can record, transmit, or generate real-time information. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process should contact talent.attraction@citynational.com in advance of the interview to submit an accommodation request. City National Bank of Florida will engage in the interactive process and provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.
About us
Think BIG. Achieve More. At City National Bank of Florida, we invest in our people and the communities we serve. Join a team where ambitious careers and meaningful relationships thrive together. We’re entrepreneurs at heart—growing fast, making an impact, and shaping the future of banking in Florida. To learn more about City National Bank of Florida visit About Us!
Overview
The Business Risk & Controls Data Analyst supports the First Line of Defense (1LOD) Risk Management function by delivering data-driven insights, maintaining risk reporting, and enabling effective governance through analytics, dashboards, and reporting. This role partners closely with Business Risk Controls Officers (BRCO), Control Testing, and business stakeholders to enhance risk visibility, support Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) processes, and ensure data quality and integrity across key risk and performance indicators.
- Partner with Business Risk Control Officers (BRCOs) to support reporting and analytics required for Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs).
- Collaborate with the Control Testing Manager to produce reporting and data outputs required for control testing activities.
- Monitor exception reports to identify data quality issues, and support the identification, escalation, and remediation of issues impacting risk reporting and control effectiveness.
- Prepare, design, and maintain departmental reporting, including Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), dashboards, scorecards, and recurring reports to enhance visibility into risk and performance metrics.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data used in reporting and analytics.
- Analyze structured and semi-structured data to support risk identification, decision-making, and operational improvements.
- Maintain an inventory of department reporting tools, data sources, and associated control documentation to support governance and oversight requirements.
- Assist in regulatory examinations, and internal and external audits by providing reporting, analytics, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare executive-ready materials, including reporting packages, presentations, and visualizations for governance committees.
- Maintain thorough documentation of reporting methodologies, assumptions, and data sources to support audit and review processes.
- Collaborate with business lines, risk teams, and other stakeholders to validate data sources, align reporting outputs, and ensure consistency in risk reporting.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external partners, including business lines, risk teams, and support functions.
- Provide guidance, support, and training to lines of business on reporting tools, dashboards, and compliance-related processes.
- Maintain strong product, system, and process knowledge to effectively support risk management activities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis, business analytics, operations analytics, or a related analytical role.
- Experience within financial services or banking environments is preferred.
- Experience in financial services, risk management, compliance, or audit environments.
- Exposure to KRIs/KPIs and governance reporting.
- Familiarity with regulatory expectations and audit processes.
- Strong ability to work with large data sets using structured analytical methods.
- Intermediate proficiency in data programming, querying, and analysis tools such as Microsoft SQL, Python, C#, or similar technologies.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of reporting and visualization tools.
- Experience with reporting tools and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Excel).
- Ability to translate analytical findings into clear, executive-level narratives and visuals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing leadership-facing materials.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple analytical requests simultaneously.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, execution-focused environment while maintaining accuracy and rigor.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant analytical experience may be considered.
Benefits & Perks
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your success:
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with employer contributions.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) with matching.
- Paid Time Off & Holidays: Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Wellness Support: Access to mental health and financial wellness resources. Visit our benefits page to learn more Benefits! Join City National Bank of Florida. The possibilities are endless.
Special Information To Candidates
Equal Opportunity
City National Bank of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any status protected by federal, state, or Florida law. We comply with the ADA and applicable Florida laws.
Interview Guidelines
To ensure a fair and consistent interview process, applicants are not permitted to use AI-enabled devices during interviews, including AI glasses or similar wearable technology that can record, transmit, or generate real-time information. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process should contact talent.attraction@citynational.com in advance of the interview to submit an accommodation request. City National Bank of Florida will engage in the interactive process and provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.
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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.