Information Security Officer

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Job description

Who we are looking for
The Information Security Officer will be part of a team responsible for ensuring the security of the business and functional teams is in line with company security policy and risk tolerances. Working with direction from the business unit Senior Information Security Officer the ISO will provide critical support to the first line of defense (employees in our business units).

What you will be responsible for
As Information Security Officer you will

• Identify and communicate known information security control issues to business area management.
• Participate in security incident response program representing the business area to detect and to respond to incidents in a timely manner.
• Manage information security compliance assessment of business processes.
• Manage remediation of identified business control failures (including CATS/audit issues).
• Review and approve non-standard access for high risk access (e.g. blocked web sites, mass storage, application access, non-standard device and non-expiring passwords, process and system IDs)
• Demonstrate a commitment to information security by obtaining additional training and staying current with information security technologies and practices.
• Support business lines in developing responses to audit and regulatory inquiries about security controls.
• Act as backup for Senior Information Security Officer (if applicable)
• Actively participate in recurring weekly meetings. (such as tollgate calls)
• Manage onboarding of new applications and removing applications from the Access Control Board high risk applications list.
• Attend and actively participate in recurring meetings of State Street's global Information Security Officer network.
• Maintain among all levels of business line staff a high level of awareness about security issues and control objectives.
• Support the business unit in other initiatives such as Privacy, Business Continuity, etc. as determined by business area management.
• Ensure management attention to CIS Vendor Risk assessment deliverables.
• Create and/or participate in processes (such as SDLC tollgate meetings and strategic business planning sessions) to ensure that potential security risks associated with new and existing business processes and IT applications are identified and addressed.
• Actively help business unit management evaluate and mitigate risks associated with third party vendors, as part of State Street's broader third party risk program.
• Oversee the work of the business unit Information Security Administrator(s) (ISA)

What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Project Management experience leading small and medium sized teams to successful completion.
• Modern technical understanding and experience developing and implementing innovated techniques to delivering cost efficient security solutions.
• Strong decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one.
• An ability to effectively influence others to modify their opinions, plans, or behaviors.
• Ability to react to high pressure dynamic changing environments

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years of information security experience.
• Highly regulated environment experience, preferably financial services.
• Preference not Mandatory : Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers