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Identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, and strategic risks within organizations. High demand in banking, insurance, and corporate environments.
$80,000
Lower reported wage
$106,000
Median
$182,310
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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BLS 'Financial Risk Specialists' (13-2054). Median $106,000. 66,000 jobs. Senior CRO roles may map to 11-3031 Financial Managers ($161K).
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Direct subject route; add quantitative and industry-specific practice. [1]
Identify exposures, estimate impacts, and coordinate risk-reduction plans. [1]
Financial firms and risk teams across businesses and public organizations. [1]
Usually full time; incidents and reporting deadlines can extend hours. [1]
Uncertain losses and competing business goals require transparent judgment. [1]
Experience can lead to enterprise risk or compliance leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.