Director, Information Security Operations
Mastercard•Arlington, VA
•$152,000 - $297,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Business Security Enablement (BSE) team is seeking an experienced Information Security Professional to join as Director of Supervision & Controls. The BSE guild is a global team of security experts dedicated to embedding security into everything we do at Mastercard. This role focuses on audit, compliance, and control frameworks. You will design, document, and monitor security controls, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience (10+ years in information security disciplines).
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST), and risk management practices.
- Experience writing and implementing security controls and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Hands-on experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and implementing security controls in cloud architectures.
- Experience with GRC tools (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC, MetricStream) for managing compliance and risk processes.
- Familiarity with security protocols, encryption technologies, and secure architecture principles.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Nice To Haves
- National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) competency proficiency levels of limited in leadership, limited to developing in operational and professional, and developing to proficient in technical.
- This Mastercard role shares KSAs with related NICE work roles OV-SPP-002, OPM751, Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner
- OV-EXL-001, OPM901, Executive Cyber Leadership
- OV-MGT-001, OPM722, Information Systems Security Manager
Responsibilities
- Develop, document, and maintain security controls aligned with regulatory and compliance standards.
- Monitor and assess the effectiveness of security controls across systems and processes.
- Conduct security audits and compliance reviews to identify gaps and recommend remediation.
- Collaborate with business units to ensure security requirements are integrated into projects and operations.
- Provide expert guidance on security principles, risk management, and regulatory obligations.
- Prepare and deliver reports and presentations on control effectiveness, audit findings, and compliance posture.
- Research emerging security standards and regulatory changes to inform continuous improvement.
- Investigate/Research Mastercard or industry business/technical security processes.
Benefits
- insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- flexible spending account and health savings account
- 16 weeks of new parent leave
- up to 20 days of bereavement leave
- 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
- 25 days of vacation time
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
