Lincoln Financial is a company that helps people confidently plan for their future. They are seeking an IT & Cyber Risk Assessment Specialist to identify, assess, report, and mitigate IT and Cyber risks for the enterprise while collaborating with various stakeholders to implement effective solutions.
Maintains knowledge of current and emerging information security trends, threats, technologies, regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and AI-related risks applicable to assigned areas of responsibility
Supports departmental and enterprise initiatives by contributing to change management efforts, team objectives, and continuous improvement activities
Performs information security risk management activities and delivers on assigned projects while building expertise within assigned areas of responsibility
Identifies opportunities for process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and quality and communicates recommendations to management
Conducts information security risk assessments of third-party vendors by reviewing security questionnaires, audit reports, control documentation, and other supporting evidence
Evaluates assessment results and assists in determining third-party information security risk profiles using established methodologies, company policies, and industry standards
Develops recommendations to address identified security gaps and collaborates with internal stakeholders and external parties to support risk mitigation and remediation efforts
Documents assessment activities, findings, recommendations, and communications within approved governance, risk, and compliance platforms
Responds to requests regarding the organization's information security practices by providing accurate, approved, and professionally written information
Partners with business stakeholders, risk functions, and other teams across the enterprise to support risk assessment activities, remediation tracking, and risk management efforts
Collects, maintains, and analyzes assessment and risk management data to support program oversight, reporting, and decision-making
Assists in the preparation of metrics, dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate assessment results, risk trends, remediation progress, and program performance to stakeholders and leadership
Identifies trends, reporting opportunities, and data quality improvements to support continuous improvement efforts and informed decision-making
Applies critical thinking to analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources, including security questionnaires, audit reports, assessment evidence, policies, standards, and stakeholder discussions, to develop clear findings, recommendations, and reporting
Communicates effectively through both written and verbal channels, tailoring messages, reports, and presentations to technical, business, and leadership audiences
Assists in the development, maintenance, and implementation of information security standards, policies, procedures, and related documentation
Evaluates security considerations associated with third-party AI solutions and provides input based on established policies, standards, and industry best practices
Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to learn emerging technologies, including AI, and explores opportunities to improve team processes, reporting, and analysis capabilities
Qualification
Required
4 Year/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
1 - 3+ Years of Information Security experience that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position
Ability to read, analyze and interpret both internal and external documents such as general media/publications, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, policies, proposals, and standard operating procedures
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrates excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and multi-task while maintaining strict attention to detail
Demonstrates solid project management skills including, critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative style
Demonstrates the ability to use sound judgment and discretion regarding confidential information
Finds common ground and can gain collaboration among management, colleagues and peers; can influence outcomes without directing or commanding
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Successfully completes regulatory and job training requirements
Preferred
Agile Mindset; awareness/understanding of Agile methodologies
Benefits
Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
PTO/parental leave
Competitive 401K and employee benefits
Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
Tuition assistance program
Work arrangements that work for you
Effective productivity/technology tools and training
Work from Home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location
Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity
In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.
Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future.
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Founded in 1905
Radnor, Pennsylvania, USA
10001+ employees
https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/
Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future.
