Head of US Cyber Catastrophe Modelling

Head of US Cyber Catastrophe Modelling

This is a hybrid role, with flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chicago or New York City offices

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Lead cyber catastrophe modeling for the US team, within the US Cyber Analytics Team
• Develop/train and work with trainees, analysts, and senior analysts to complete projects
• Manage direct reports focused on cyber catastrophe modeling
• Work closely with Aon's Global Cyber Analytics Team within Aon Reinsurance Solutions on client work and research and development objectives
• Contribute to team strategy to best position Aon Reinsurance Cyber as a leader in the cyber (re)insurance market
• Complete catastrophe modeling for reinsurance renewal work, identifying drivers of year over year changes in results
• Present findings in meetings with clients' ceded reinsurance professionals, underwriters, etc.
• Contribute to tool development in order improve efficiency and automate reoccurring tasks
• Participate in Aon thought leadership regarding cyber cat modeling, including but not limited to:
• Developing an Aon View of Risk around cyber catastrophe vendor models (CyberCube, Cyence, KOVRR, RMS)
• Developing and consulting on realistic disaster cyber cat scenarios
• Solving unique and complex problems relating to cyber systemic risk
• Coordinating research projects with internal/external partners

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• 8+ years of direct industry experience in catastrophe and/or climate modeling, data cleanup/validation/analysis or experience in an analytical field; preferably analyzing complex datasets
• Experience managing or mentoring teammates
• Excellent communicator, especially the ability to explain complicated concepts
• Experience with supervised and unsupervised learning. Ability to think strategically, work independently and take initiative
• Proven analytical skills and problem-solving experience
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple assignments, work well independently and meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Advanced user of R, SQL, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred

Education: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Math or other similarly quantitative or analytically-orientated major or equivalent years of industry experience.

How we support our colleagues

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay Transparency Laws:

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $115,000 to $150,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

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