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Risk Management

Principal Data Security Analyst

In-Office: Riverwoods, Illinois; Houston, Texas; New Albany, Ohio
R35859

About This Role

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Responsible for implementing and coordinating programs developed to promote partner adoption of, and compliance to, industry standards and best practices for protecting payment card data.

Responsibilities

  • Leads and coordinates in-depth domestic and international partner information security assessments. Enhances security risk transparency of partners.
  • Provides thought leadership in the formation and evolution of industry data security standards, supporting tools, and programs.
  • Provides input and assists in evolving data security compliance programs designed to promote and enforce partners' compliance to data security requirements.
  • Manages, administers and evolves vulnerability assessment programs designed to augment partner security monitoring and awareness.
  • Keeps abreast of security threats and vulnerabilities; provide timely data security education and awareness to internal and external stakeholders. Participates in incident response events where a partner experiences an actual or suspected payment security.
  • Develops educational materials, program documentation, management reporting, and other materials supporting the DISC and cyber security assessment program, serving both internal and external business partners.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Audit, Information Technology, Risk Management, International Business, Business, Computer Science, or related field
  • 6+ years of experience in Information Security, Audit, Information Technology, Risk Management, International Business, Business, Computer Science, or related field
  • In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of experience in Information Security, Audit, Information Technology, Risk Management, International Business, Business, Computer Science, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

If we had our say, we’d also look for:

  • Experience in administering vulnerability management tools (e.g., Qualys, Nessus, etc.) and evaluating results.
  • 8+ years of experience in Information Security, Audit, Information Technology, Risk Management, International Business, Business, Computer Science, or related field
  • Master's Degree in Audit, Information Technology, Risk Management, International Business, Business, Computer Science, or related field
  • CISSP, PCI Internal Security Assessor (ISA) or Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), CISA, GIAC, CISSP
  • Ability to travel internationally

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Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Apr-29-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $88,500.00 to $149,300.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) Plan

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

  • Recognition Program

  • Education Assistance

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Family Support Programs

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.

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