Join the American Express Team as a Director-Information Security (IAM)
American Express is a global leader in the financial services industry, renowned for its innovative approach to technology and commitment to excellence. As a component of our dynamic tech group, you will have the opportunity to plan, code, and deploy programming that makes us a fundamental piece of our clients' digital lives. Here, you can work alongside skilled engineers in an open, steady, and inclusive environment where your voice is valued, and you make your own decisions on what tech to use to solve challenging problems.
About the Role
As a Director-Information Security (IAM) at American Express, you will lead the Identity Control and Examination team that reports into the Identity Lifecycle Management organization. This position is critical in ensuring the security and integrity of our systems, and you will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic vision around Identity and Access Management for internal partners and workers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of Data Security Examiners, Directors, and Experts in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data from various sources to provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
- Ensure the continuing operation and effectiveness of key Identity and Access Management controls, such as Access Reviews and Renunciation Cycles.
- Identify potential opportunities to reduce friction by driving the team to design solutions that proactively decrease the need for human intervention in IAM controls.
- Collaborate with different teams within Data Security to ensure IAM controls are part of a defense-in-depth strategy that safeguards American Express clients, partners, and investors from Data Security risk.
- Lead and mentor a team of experienced Data Security Professionals to ensure their continued growth and engagement.
- Provide leadership and strategic vision around Identity and Access Management for internal partners and workers, with a specific focus on ensuring that AXP continues to deliver minimum privilege.
Requirements and Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in a role primarily focused on Data Security.
- At least 3 years of direct leadership experience with a history of training and leading others in professional growth.
- Deep understanding of Identity and Access Management, including the ability to see all aspects of the Identity and Access Management lifecycle, including risks and vulnerabilities.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead a team to develop those skills.
- Ability to recruit and develop talent within Data Security, with a specific focus on using employee leadership to drive engagement of direct reports.
- Ability to adapt in a technically complex and rapidly changing environment and to respond calmly and judiciously to changing expectations in a deadline-driven situation.
- Ability to manage up via leader presence by simplifying complex details into findings and recommendations that can be actioned.
- Understanding of the audit and regulatory environment of financial institutions.
- Experience with risk management frameworks, such as NIST and regulatory frameworks like PCI.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CISSP, CISM, or other related certifications.
- Six Sigma or other related analytics certifications.
What We Offer
At American Express, we offer a range of opportunities to work with the latest technologies and encourage you to support the broader engineering community through open source. We also understand the importance of keeping your skills fresh and relevant, and we provide you with dedicated time to invest in your professional development.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive salary of $75,000 per year.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
Why Join American Express?
At American Express, we are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, diverse, and rewarding. We believe in empowering our employees to make a difference and providing them with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
Our Culture:
- We value diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- We foster a culture of innovation and creativity.
- We prioritize employee growth and development.
- We encourage collaboration and teamwork.
- We recognize and reward outstanding performance.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information].
Conclusion
As a Director-Information Security (IAM) at American Express, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of experienced professionals and make a meaningful impact on our organization's security and integrity. With a competitive salary, opportunities for growth and development, and a collaborative work environment, this is an exciting opportunity that you won't want to miss. Apply today and join our team of talented professionals!
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