IT Security, AVP

State Street • Boston, MA

62d • $90,000 - $142,500

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Vice President to join our Information Technology Risk and Resiliency team supporting State Street Investment Management. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about strengthening our security posture through operational excellence and continuous improvement. As part of the IT Risk and Resiliency team, you will play a key role in audit and access management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional coordination. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and auditors to ensure compliance with corporate security policies and drive enhancements across the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in information security, audit management, or IAM.
• Familiarity with financial services and related regulatory environments.
• Understanding of business concepts such as SDLC, IAM frameworks, and risk/compliance practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SQL and data visualization tools is a plus.
• Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in pursuing professional certifications (e.g., CISA) is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between State Street IM personnel and internal/external auditors, fostering strong relationships and ensuring audit readiness.
• Coordinate the remediation of audit issues and manage related observations.
• Perform data analysis using Excel, SQL (preferred), and visualization/reporting tools to support audit and IAM activities.
• Assist in State Street IM’s compliance to Identity and Access Management programs, including recertifications and ad hoc queries from end users and corporate partners.
• Collaborate with business units to identify and implement new or enhanced security risk controls.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and identify creative solutions to mitigate security risks.
• Share expertise and partner with colleagues to deliver high-quality, timely service.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees