Information Security Specialist ensuring optimal protection of data and systems at University of Toronto. Implementing security platforms and best practices for data integrity and threat mitigation.
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Hybrid Mid-Level Information Security & Privacy Advisor – Risk & Controls
Posted 2 months ago
About the role
- Mid-Level Information Security & Privacy Advisor managing Information Security and Privacy risks for USAA. Collaborating with engineering and product to implement robust security controls.
Responsibilities
- Provide critical support and hands-on expertise in managing Information Security and Privacy risks and controls across various technology initiatives
- Identify and assess risks, drive remediation efforts for audit and exam findings, manage security-related issues
- Conduct rigorous control testing and validation
- Partner closely with engineering, product, and other business units to ensure robust security controls are implemented and maintained
- Conduct ongoing supervision and oversight of business controls, including monitoring of the first line of defense to minimize risk exposures and strengthen the overall control environment
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree; OR 4 years of related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
- 4 years of experience supporting risk-related, compliance-related, or business control design activities; OR 4 years of experience in a relevant quantitative discipline; OR Advanced degree or designation in a risk management or quantitative discipline, and 2 years of experience supporting risk-related, and/or compliance-related, or business control design activities; OR PhD in a risk management or quantitative discipline
- Deep technical understanding of Cybersecurity principles, common vulnerabilities, and security control mechanisms across various domains
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CIPP, or GIAC certifications are highly desirable
- Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001) and their application in control design and assessment
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
- 401(k)
- Pension
- Life insurance
- Parental benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours
- Various wellness programs
- Career path planning and continuing education assistance
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