Sr. IT Risk & Security Analyst

Posted 2 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Cary, NC
Hybrid
85K-102K Annually
Mid level
Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services • Big Data Analytics
At MetLife, we’re a purpose-driven company that helps our customers build a more confident future.
The Role
Manage compliance and risk management projects, assess data security, guide security initiatives, and provide oversight and investigations. Collaborate with teams and resolve data privacy issues.
Summary Generated by Built In
Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition:
The US Technology IT Risk & Security team has an opportunity to support Risk Management, Data Security, and Business Continuity practices across the organization. This position requires the candidate to manage multiple responsibilities, including leading compliance initiatives, managing data privacy and application risk issues, and guiding Security-related projects.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage compliance projects for US Technology, including Business Continuity Planning and Non-Financial Risk Assessments.
  • Create and manage OpenPages issues related to data security and application risk.
  • Provide support for data privacy issue resolution, working with Privacy Compliance, Operations, and Business Controls as needed.
  • Provide IT Risk and Security services that comprise oversight, investigations, and strategic vision
  • Manage projects to investigate and close application vulnerabilities
  • Build partnerships across the broader organization and collaborate with key partners and stakeholders on planning and leading Non-Financial Risk Assessments.
  • Representing the US Technology IT Risk & Security organization to business and IT leadership as a clear, consistent source of trustworthy information, exhibiting transparency and good decision-making skills
  • Partner with cross-functional teams on new initiatives

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field
  • 3-5 years of combined IT and security, business continuity, audit, compliance, or related work experience
  • Experience in risk management and data protection space.
  • Strong analytic and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to build strong working relationships and influence others
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and take initiative

Preferred:
  • Security, audit, or compliance certifications such as CISA, GSE, SANS, SOX or CISSP Certifications desired

At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $102,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics").
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$85,000 to $102,000
#BI-Hybrid

Top Skills

Business Continuity
Compliance
Data Security
It Security
Openpages
Risk Management

What the Team is Saying

Chelsea
Nick
Naren
Laura
Bill
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: New York, NY
43,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1868

What We Do

We're honored to be No. 10 on Great Place to Work's World's Best Workplaces and recognized in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list in 2025. At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve defined for over 157 years.

At MetLife, every innovation and line of code is a lifeline for our customers and their families—from victims of natural disasters to people living with disabilities and beyond. With operations in more than 40 markets and leading positions across the globe, MetLife fosters an inclusive culture where our people are energized and inspired to deliver for our customers and communities.

Join our remarkable journey—one in which you help write the next century of innovation in financial services—because with MetLife, making the world a better place is All Together Possible.

Why Work With Us

At MetLife, you’ll be working for a company whose purpose is to help customers throughout their life’s journey, and often in their most critical time of need. You’ll be a part of developing leading-edge platforms that will have a lasting impact on the lives and well-being of tens of millions of customers.

Gallery

Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery

MetLife Teams

Team
Product + Tech
About our Teams

MetLife Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

MetLife's current workplace policies classify roles as Office, Hybrid or Virtual based on the nature of work, encouraging new ways of working together

Typical time on-site: Flexible
Company Office Image
HQNew York City, NY
Company Office Image
Pune, IN
Company Office Image
Mexico City, MX
Company Office Image
Bridgewater, NJ
Company Office Image
Cary, NC
Company Office Image
Clark Summit, PA
Company Office Image
Greenville, SC
Company Office Image
Hyderabad, IN
Company Office Image
Tampa, FL
Company Office Image
Whippany, NJ
Learn more

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account