Risk Operations Specialist Jobs in Texas

Risk Operations Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, insurance, banking, and energy sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level analysts through senior risk leads. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the bulk of hiring, with anchor employers such as JPMorgan Chase, American Airlines, and USAA maintaining significant risk operations workforces in the state. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings include fraud risk operations, credit risk monitoring, and operational compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerVisa
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring3
Work type50% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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Macquarie Group
Financial Crime Risk Advisory Operations Manager
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Macquarie Group
Added 1w ago
Financial Crime Risk Advisory Operations Manager
Macquarie Group
Houston, Texas
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Bank of America
Sr Business Control Specialist, GMO Risk, Global Markets Operations
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Bank of America
Added 3w ago
Sr Business Control Specialist, GMO Risk, Global Markets Operations
Bank of America
Houston, Texas
IT Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management

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Corebridge
Operations Processing Specialist, Pension Risk Transfer
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Corebridge
Added 3w ago
Operations Processing Specialist, Pension Risk Transfer
Corebridge
Texas
Business Strategy
Program Management
Project Management
$45k - $55k/yr
Remote (US)
51-200

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TikTok
Extreme Risk Operations Specialist
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TikTok
Added 3w ago
Extreme Risk Operations Specialist
TikTok
Austin, Texas
Compliance & Legal
Customer Service & Support
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Customer Support
Security & Protective Services
On-Site
None

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Visa
Senior Risk Operations Analyst
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Visa
Added 3w ago
Senior Risk Operations Analyst
Visa
Austin, Texas
Business Development
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$124k - $210k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Risk Operations Specialist Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
2 jobs
Houston
2 jobs
Flower Mound
1 job

Risk Operations Specialist Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Visa
Visa1 open role
TikTok
TikTok1 open role
Corebridge
Corebridge1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in risk operations specialist jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related analytical field
  • One to three years of experience in risk analysis, compliance, or operations
  • Proficiency in risk management platforms, SQL, or data analytics tools
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as OCC, CFPB, or Texas state banking requirements
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional reporting
  • Experience with incident tracking, issue escalation, or internal audit processes

Risk Operations Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a risk operations specialist in Texas?

Most risk operations specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, economics, or a related field. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but many employers prefer candidates who hold certifications such as the Certified Risk Manager or Certified Operational Risk Professional. Gaining experience in banking, insurance, or financial operations through internships or adjacent analyst roles is the most direct path into the field.

How much do risk operations specialists make in Texas?

Risk operations specialists in Texas earn a median of about $103,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,250 for the lowest 10% to over $159,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire risk operations specialists in Texas?

Employers hiring risk operations specialists in Texas right now include Visa, TikTok, and Corebridge, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of major banks, insurers, and energy companies means risk operations teams are consistently staffed across both corporate headquarters and regional offices throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most risk operations specialist jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Texas have the most risk operations specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominance in energy and banking drives the highest volume, while Dallas's concentration of financial services headquarters and insurance carriers generates consistent demand, and Austin's fast-growing fintech and technology sector has added a meaningful share of newer risk operations roles.

Are there remote risk operations specialist jobs in Texas?

Yes, and they are reasonably common for this role. Risk operations work is largely desk-based and analytical, which makes it more remote-compatible than hands-on fields. About 75% of risk operations specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. Functions such as fraud monitoring, data analysis, and compliance reporting tend to have the highest share of remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a risk operations specialist in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an adjacent operations or analyst role such as a fraud analyst associate, compliance coordinator, or credit operations representative. Large Texas employers including USAA, JPMorgan Chase, and regional banks regularly post entry-level risk or operations analyst programs designed for recent graduates. Earning a Certified Risk Manager or similar credential and building experience with Excel, SQL, or risk software strengthens early applications considerably.

Where can I find and apply to risk operations specialist jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to risk operations specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across financial services, insurance, banking, and other sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.

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