Manager, Information Security-STAR

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The Manager, Information Security- STAR role is a unique, multi-faceted function whose objective is to drive the completion of GBT information security onboarding assessments as well as Information Protection Contract Requirements. This role is both internal client and external Vendor facing. The Information Security Manager’s responsibilities include:

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and conduct Security and Technical Architecture Review (STAR) process for new and existing third parties and partners at the project level (onboarding)
• Serve as a subject matter expert, meet with third party vendors and internal staff to explain and set expectations around the STAR risk management process and timelines
• Conduct preliminary assessment to identify and communicate potential risks of proposed vendor products/services to all Amex GBT stakeholders
• Schedule and participate/perform periodic review and assessment of vendor adherence to Amex GBT standards
• Work with the Amex GBT GRC tool to manage third party vendor review workflow
• Work with third party, the Amex GBT project team and standard owners to ensure that identified risks are addressed in the Risk Management Plan (RMP)
• Decommissioning vendors as part of STAR review process (offboarding)
• Work closely with other internal Information Security peer groups to provide a holistic information security posture for the organization
• Participate in contract discussions, reviewing technical terms and process descriptions contained in the contract verbiage
• Produce reports and dashboards of tracked items for the STAR team (RMPs, vendor review scheduling, etc.) as required

Knowledge/Expertise:

• Ability to interact with all levels of management
• Knowledge of Travel Industry and related travel products helpful
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or equivalent combination of education and industry certifications
• CISM, CISA, CISSP certifications (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in IT, with at least 3 years of hands-on experience in information security compliance; financial industry experience is a plus
• Technical architecture skills to understand, evaluate, and assess technical proposals from vendors in STAR documentation submissions
• Support audit oversight activities as needed
• Strong communication skills to interface with external partners and others
• Experience with managing third party vendors in a GRC portfolio
• Ability to work autonomously while managing a wide portfolio of vendor reviews
• Sound interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills; sound business judgment, and proven expertise in directing the efforts of a technical staff
• Ability to work under deadline pressure, multiple priorities and maintain positive attitude
• Professional communication skills in English (Verbal & Written)

Location

Mexico

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