Lead Technology Risk Analyst

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Lead Technology Risk Analyst

Overview
Technology Risks & Controls (TR&C) is a key component of Mastercard’s three lines of defense model, enabling first-line technology risk management through implementation of risk and control methodology and best practices, control advisement and monitoring, and assurance to external stakeholders (i.e., regulators and customers).
The Role
The Lead Technology Risk Analyst is responsible for managing the implementation of the product roadmap/strategy and the operationalization of in-scope GRC tools and relevant processes in alignment with enterprise framework requirements. This role will directly support the Archer Technology Issues Management System (TIMS) and the Risk Register modules.
Responsibilities include:
• Create process designs, customer personas, and functional/technical systems and architecture requirements to support GRC strategy
• Serve as the product lead for specific Archer Solutions (i.e., TIMS and Risk Register), developing and maintaining product roadmap, strategy, and prioritization
• Work directly with Development and supporting teams to facilitate PI Planning and elaborate features, translating functional requirements to technical requirements and actioning/prioritizing enhancements
• Support Archer releases, including the completion of UAT and Production testing; create test plans
• Manage and assess Archer requests from internal stakeholders; understand the business value related to features and functions; effectively manage conflicting needs of stakeholders
• Design and implement the operationalization of TIMS and Risk Register, including the creation of roll-out plans, SOPs, training, and supporting comms
• Support the day-to-day management, operations, and support of in-scope modules
• Provide subject matter expertise in support of strategic GRC initiatives
• Ability to connect both on an individual level and in large groups; capacity to enforce accountability in cross-functional teams
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned
All About You
• Substantial experience in RSA Archer or equivalent GRC tools; knowledge in TIMS and Risk Register and/or other issue/risk management applications a plus
• Experience in project management
• Strong analytical and risk intelligence capability
• Proficiency in designing data models and workflows
• Demonstrated problem solving skills, sound business judgment, and creative resourcefulness
• Has an ability to perform independently in an open, fast-paced technology environment
• Experience with control identification / testing
• Results-proven track record of exceeding goals and a bottom-line orientation
• Highly developed presentation, facilitation, and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Risk mindset with ability to think outside the box and affect change across the organization
• Displays a leadership presence and ability to earn trust
• Collaborative and team-oriented work style
• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;

• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), flexible spending account and health savings account, paid leaves (including 16 weeks new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays, 401k with a best-in-class company match, deferred compensation for eligible roles, fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities, eligibility for tuition reimbursement, gender-inclusive benefits and many more.

Pay Ranges

O'Fallon, Missouri: $102,000 - $158,000 USD