[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Freddie Mac jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Freddie Mac · McLean, VA # IT Risk Senior - Third-Party and Model Risk McLean, VA Full-time Senior individual contributor $111,000 - $167,000 IT & Infrastructure Listed on Freddie Mac’s official careers site. Posted October 1, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Freddie Mac’s careers site →](https://careers.freddiemac.com/us/en/job/FRMAUSJR17388EXTERNAL/IT-Risk-Senior-Third-Party-and-Model-Risk) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Freddie Mac](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/) / IT Risk Senior - Third-Party and Model Risk ## Job description At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose. ### Position Overview The Enterprise Operations & Technology (EO&T) Risk Governance Team provides risk management support for the maturation of the EO&T division’s model risk governance process, third-party vendor risk governance activities, and the enterprise-wide adoption of the AI risk governance framework. We work closely with all three lines of defense and business partners to execute a broad range of risk governance and risk mitigation activities. ### Our Impact Develop and mature model governance operations for EO&T division to promote robust model governance that are compliant with regulatory standards Support the end-to-end process for enterprise‑wide Artificial Intelligence (AI) solution and GenAI use case intake, assessment and inventory Support critical third-party vendor risk management activities Develop, enhance, and maintain critical technology solutions to support corporate-wide AI adoptions Execute risk mitigant processes to support compliance with model and AI governance requirements Develop and prepare regular reports for key stakeholders on the state of AI governance and compliance Facilitate processes for continuous monitoring and reporting of compliance with regulatory and standard requirements Your Impact: Support the development and enhancement of divisional model governance operating processes and procedures Support process automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and scalability Participate in operational control testing activities to assess control execution effectiveness Support third-party vendor risk governance activities, including vendor SOC reviews and Enhanced Information Risk Reviews Support day-to-day administration of the AI Clearinghouse, including AI solution and use case intake activities, stakeholder support, and anomaly resolution Participate in AI governance platform and tool enhancements, including requirements gathering, user acceptance testing, and deployment support Support management reporting, metrics, and analysis related to model governance, AI governance, and compliance activities Assist in enhancing operational processes, including drafting new and updating existing procedures, user guides, and job aids Collaborate with business, technology, and risk stakeholders to support governance initiatives and process improvements Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Risk Management or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred. Minimum of 6 years of experience in model risk governance, AI/ML risk management, operational risk management, technology risk management, or related governance and compliance functions. Working knowledge of the COSO Internal Control Framework, NIST frameworks and controls, operational risk management principles, and financial industry governance and compliance practices. Previous experience in IT audit, operational risk management, regulatory compliance, or a Big Four consulting environment is preferred. Relevant professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA, CIA, Security+, or similar credentials are strongly desired Keys to Success in this Role: - Strong technical, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Self-motivated and proactive professional with a strong sense of ownership and accountability - Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing priorities and business needs - Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders Intellectual curiosity and passion for learning emerging technologies, industry trends, and evolving regulatory requirements Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail and commitment to quality Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site. We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac’s business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs. ### CA Applicants Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. ### Notice to External Search Firms Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC. ### Time-type Full time FLSA Status: Exempt Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site. This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $111,000 - $167,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 1, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 100 days - Location: McLean, VA - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $111,000 - $167,000[Apply on Freddie Mac’s careers site →](https://careers.freddiemac.com/us/en/job/FRMAUSJR17388EXTERNAL/IT-Risk-Senior-Third-Party-and-Model-Risk) ## More jobs at Freddie Mac ### [IT Risk Tech Lead - Model Risk Governance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/jobs/89319cf1987ef3a19cc8/) McLean, VA ### [AV Engineer - Professional](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/jobs/3c7eeac601e362191a3e/) McLean, VA ### [AV Engineer - Senior](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/jobs/e68038274f893bead6be/) McLean, VA ### [Account Executive (Mortgage Industry)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/jobs/ce416421bd444c42d3cb/) McLean, VA ### [Assistant General Counsel – Corporate / Finance Transactions](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/freddie-mac/jobs/d593137583d0702a2561/) McLean, VA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Principal Quantitative Analyst - Model Risk Office](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capital-one-financial/jobs/8abb286aa049815a0dae/) Capital One Financial · McLean, VA ### [Senior Manager, Quantitative Analysis - Model Risk Office](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capital-one-financial/jobs/d2f91cff5154bfae18ab/) Capital One Financial · McLean, VA ### [Tech Risk & Controls Lead - Third-Party Risk](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/6f92809ee55af015d125/) JPMorganChase · Wilmington, DE, United States ### [Risk Management - Third Party Data - Vice President](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/e57e4b86516e8f12a851/) JPMorganChase · Wilmington, DE, United States ### [Sr. Analyst, Cybersecurity, Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/carmax/jobs/2962fe5a5723d6d4c457/) CarMax · Richmond, VA, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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