Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts
Risk Management Specialist jobs in Massachusetts are in active demand, concentrated in financial services, insurance, healthcare, and higher education, with openings from entry-level analyst roles through senior director positions. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield are the primary hiring centers, where firms like Liberty Mutual, Fidelity Investments, and Mass General Brigham consistently recruit risk management specialists. The most in-demand specialties include enterprise risk management, operational risk, and compliance-focused risk analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Description
The Corporate Functions & Pharmacy Consumer Wellness (PCW) IT Compliance Team is looking for a resource to become our Identity and Access Management (IAM) Domain SME. This person will help our team develop, maintain, and continuously improve upon the Compliance support and governance framework for the Access Management domain. He or she will serve as a key player in our day-to-day operations, navigate the Compliance workload and emerging priorities, and provide front-line support for our application teams. This SME will help bridge the gap between key stakeholders and application teams, helping to operationalize security mandates and policy requirements from a Compliance perspective. The Compliance IAM Domain SME will work closely with application teams, security teams, and infrastructure teams to ensure IAM solutions meet business needs while maintaining security and compliance adherence.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implementation of a Compliance IAM governance framework that aligns with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Guide and assist application teams with identifying IAM gaps and developing remedial action plans for non-conformance to access control requirements and implementing effective IAM solutions that address access challenges, enable business operations, and reduce risk.
- Assess and interpret IT policies and control standards for system and operational compliance.
- Maintain key files and relevant data sources for compliance governance and reporting, including operational metrics. This includes maintaining data quality, consistency, and integrity.
- Assist with compilation and maintenance of process documentation, job-aids, FAQs, and other support-related materials for our application teams
- Promote industry best practices for IAM, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards such as NIST, PCI, SOX, HiTrust, and others.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging IAM technologies, and security threats to continuously improve and evolve IAM strategy and solutions.
Location
Hybrid schedule in Woonsocket RI or Wellesley MA highly preferred. Will consider remote.
Required Qualifications
- Deep understanding of IAM concepts, technologies, and systems, including authentication, authorization, entitlement management, privilege access management, session management, password management, non-person / non-human accounts, and overall access management landscape.
- 3+ years of direct hands-on technical experience within IAM, including conducting access reviews, implementing multi-factor identification, and using identity governance and administration platforms, protocols, and technologies such as SailPoint, Beyond Trust, Active Directory, Ping Identity, SSO, SAML, OAuth, LDAP, etc.
- Experience working in cloud-native environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and integrating IAM solutions with cloud services.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, lookups, conditional formatting, Power Query, etc.).
- Experience working on technical projects involving multiple teams, providing management with status on potential issues as well as driving those issues to closure.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills with demonstrated versatility to handle concurrent high priority tasks.
- Strong oral and written and communication skills with ability to clearly articulate and communicate complex problems and solutions in a simple, logical, and impactful manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently with minimal supervision or without direction, and ability to prioritize work effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to handle concurrent high priority tasks and work in dynamic environment on a daily basis.
- Knowledge of IT security-related regulations and frameworks such as PCI, HIPAA, SOX, SOC1, SOC2, HITRUST, GDPR, NIST, and ISO 27001.
Preferred Qualifications
- Integration experience with SailPoint and / or Beyond Trust.
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CIAM, CISA, CISM, CCSP, etc.
- Process improvement exposure / Lean / Six Sigma.
- Product Management and Program Management experience.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent work experience (HS diploma + 3 years relevant experience).
- Ongoing education in cybersecurity, identity management, or related domains is a plus.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$79,310.00 - $173,040.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/22/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in risk management specialist jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, risk management, or a related field
- Professional certification such as ARM, CRM, or FRM recognized by Massachusetts employers
- Three or more years of experience in risk analysis, compliance, or a related function
- Demonstrated proficiency with risk management frameworks such as ISO 31000 or COSO
- Strong analytical skills with experience using data modeling or risk assessment software
- Familiarity with Massachusetts state regulations and insurance compliance requirements
Risk Management Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a risk management specialist in Massachusetts?
Most Massachusetts employers require a bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field as the foundation. Massachusetts does not issue a state license specifically for risk management specialists, but employers strongly favor candidates holding nationally recognized credentials such as the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) designation. Many candidates enter through compliance, insurance, or financial analyst roles at Massachusetts firms before moving into dedicated risk management positions.
How much do risk management specialists make in Massachusetts?
Risk management specialists in Massachusetts earn a median of about $130,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,390 for the lowest 10% to over $209,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire risk management specialists in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring risk management specialists in Massachusetts right now include State Street, Openbank Deutschland AG, and MFS Investment Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of insurance carriers, asset managers, and large hospital systems means consistent year-round demand for risk management specialists across both commercial and nonprofit sectors.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most risk management specialist jobs?
Boston, Cambridge, and Wareham have the most risk management specialist openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because it is home to major financial services firms, insurers, and academic medical centers, while Worcester and Springfield reflect demand from regional healthcare systems, insurers, and manufacturing operations that maintain dedicated risk management functions.
Are there remote risk management specialist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since risk management specialist work is largely analytical and documentation-driven. About 75% of risk management specialist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Enterprise risk, operational risk modeling, and compliance review functions are the sub-areas most likely to carry remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a risk management specialist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a junior compliance analyst, insurance operations, or financial analyst role at a Massachusetts employer, then transitioning into risk management once you have demonstrated analytical experience. Large Massachusetts institutions such as Liberty Mutual and major Boston-area hospital systems periodically hire associates or rotational analysts into risk-adjacent programs. Pursuing an ARM designation early strengthens your candidacy, and familiarity with Massachusetts insurance regulations gives candidates a practical edge when applying to regional carriers and banks.
Where can I find and apply to risk management specialist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to risk management specialist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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