Security Specialist WIAM Governance

PNC•Strongsville, OH

1d•$91,000 - $185,900•Onsite

About The Position

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Security Specialist within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Cleveland, OH; Birmingham, AL; Dallas, TX, Phoenix, AZ; or Lakewood, CO. Intermediate-level role responsible for owning governance processes and ensuring alignment across policy, risk, and control execution. Provides technical evaluation and analysis in a specific Security area. Supports activities, process, and tools needed to improve overall security posture of the organization. Primary responsibilities do not include Architect or Engineering responsibilities. Applies security concepts, reviews information, executes defined tasks, analyzes requirements, reviews logs, and creates documentation. Performs investigation and data loss prevention, data manipulation, and coordination of activities. Performs actions to address or mitigate risks and vulnerabilities. Reviews and defines controls. Advises on more complex security procedures and products for clients, security administrators and network operations. Participates in enforcement of control security risks and threats; potential of one more controls subject to manager discretion. Shares knowledge with staff. Conducts security assessments and other information security routines consistently. Investigates and recommends corrective actions for data security related to established guidelines. Develops policies and procedures to standardize security functions and eliminate potential vulnerabilities and threats. Oversees that business needs are being met during development. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Requirements

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Access Control (AC), Auditing Techniques, Building Architecture, Customer Solutions, Disaster Recovery Planning, Governance Risk Compliance (GRC), Information Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Network Security, Physical Security, Risk Assessments, Security Technologies
Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Information Assurance, Information Security Management, Information Security Technologies, IT Environment, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, IT Systems Management, Problem Solving, Software Security Assurance
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Bachelors
No Required Certification(s)
No Required License(s)

Nice To Haves

CISA, CRISC, CGRC (role-dependent; progress toward CISM is a plus).
Strong understanding of IAM governance, risk, and controls frameworks
Experience with control design, validation, and audit support
Analytical mindset with ability to identify root cause vs. symptoms
Ability to influence partners and drive process adherence

Responsibilities

Own and manage WIAM governance processes (e.g., certifications, control validation, issue lifecycle)
Ensure alignment of issues → risk → controls → policy, improving traceability and defensibility
Analyze trends in metrics and identify systemic control gaps
Partner with application teams and stakeholders to drive remediation and control consistency
Contribute to development of governance standards, procedures, and job aids
Support audit engagements with clear, defensible evidence and narratives

Benefits

medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
dental and vision options
employee and spouse/child life insurance
short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
pension and stock purchase plans
dependent care reimbursement account
back-up child/elder care
adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
a robust wellness program with financial incentives
maternity and/or parental leave
up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.