Cyber & Tech Risk Underwriter II
Hartford, CT, US
HSB, a Munich Re company, is a specialty insurer and risk solutions provider focused on cyber and technology risk. We combine underwriting expertise, cyber risk intelligence, and advanced analytics to help organizations anticipate, prevent, and mitigate evolving digital threats. Our cyber offerings are supported by proactive risk management services and data driven insights designed to strengthen operational resilience and reduce loss—putting prevention at the center of cyber insurance.
Position will be Remote - US based
About the Role
The Senior Cyber & Technology Risk Underwriter is responsible for underwriting transactional Cyber and Technology Errors & Omissions risks while driving growth and profitability within an assigned territory. This role builds and manages strong broker relationships, provides market insight in a rapidly evolving cyber risk landscape, and positions the organization as a leader in the primary cyber market. The Senior Underwriter partners closely with internal stakeholders to support product, coverage, and pricing initiatives and advance cyber capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite new business and renewal Cyber and Technology E&O risks within assigned authority
- Rate, quote, and bind new business originating from broker partners in the assigned territory
- Maintain underwriting excellence and deliver a superior experience for brokers and insureds
- Establish, manage, and grow trading relationships with key broker partners
- Represent the organization at broker meetings and industry events to drive new and renewal business
- Track broker engagement and develop strategies to strengthen market presence and positioning
- Provide market intelligence and insight to support growth across cyber and specialty products
- Participate in internal discussions and working groups to advance cyber services and offerings
- Collaborate with internal partners to support product, coverage, and rate enhancements
- Ensure audit compliance and adherence to underwriting guidelines, standards, and authority levels
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Marketing, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Five or more years of experience in the insurance and/or reinsurance industry
- Three or more years of cyber liability underwriting experience, with additional experience in cyber‑related areas such as claims, product administration, underwriting, or cybersecurity
- Commercial underwriting and/or insurance marketing experience
- Established broker relationships within an assigned territory
- Experience underwriting Cyber, Technology E&O, or other Management Liability products, including Crime and MPL (carrier or consulting environment preferred)
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
- Proven relationship‑management and business‑development abilities
- Strong understanding of insurance concepts and underwriting principles
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The Company is open to considering candidates in numerous locations, including California. The salary ranged posted below applies to the Company’s Hartford, CT location.
• The salary range for this position is $ 101,700 149,200, plus opportunity for company bonus. In addition, the company provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• The salary estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the range
Nearest Major Market: Hartford
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