Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Project Manager

About Blue Water Thinking

Guided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.

Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers.

Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions, thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.

Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.

Lastly, our formula for success is simple: Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.

Job Description:

Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced and dedicated Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Project Manager to join our team, supporting a large project at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ERM Project Manager will play a key role in assisting with federal ERM initiatives, supporting risk assessments, and ensuring project compliance. This role requires a strong understanding of federal risk management best practices and the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) projects for a large federal agency.

• Support risk assessments and mitigation planning to strengthen ERM frameworks.

• Collaborate with contractor teams and stakeholders to implement risk management initiatives.

• Maintain project documentation, compliance reports, and risk registers to track project progress.

• Lead Risk Management training design teams, ensuring the development of effective educational materials.

• Lead or support customer engagement activities, including fireside chats, focus groups, and stakeholder briefings.

• Monitor ERM program progress, identify potential risks, and develop mitigation strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience supporting federal ERM projects.

• Certification: RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of risk management principles, compliance frameworks, and project documentation.

• Experience working with federal agencies on ERM-related projects.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field.

• Familiarity with federal ERM regulations, including NIST, OMB A-123, and ISO 31000.

• Experience in training program development and stakeholder engagement.

Eligibility:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role.

Compensation:

Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including location, the candidate’s combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary range: $105,000 - $125,000

Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and a matching 401K plan.

If you are a senior-level ERM Project Manager professional with a strong federal risk management background and a passion for strategic risk leadership, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team!

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity.

Blue Water Thinking, LLC (BWT) is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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