Information Security Analyst II at MERITRUST CREDIT UNION

Westminster, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

97585.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Governance, Risk Management, Compliance, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Risk Assessment, Security Policies, Incident Response, Data Analytics, Communication, Training, Collaboration, Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving

Industry

Banking

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: BROOMFIELD, CO Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $78068.04 - $97585.05 Salary Job Shift: Day Description We recognize that in order to meet the needs of our communities, we must represent our communities. Our success relies on creating a culture where we have diverse perspectives and a true sense of belonging. This is a journey, and we pledge to do more than simply check the box. When you join the Meritrust team, your benefits will include: Comprehensive medical insurance plan Dental and vision insurance Generous paid-time-off 12 paid holidays Annual bonus (based off of annual results/scorecard each year) 401(k) plan Wellness program Tuition assistance Employee loan discount Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life and disability coverage What sets working for Meritrust apart? Career development and pathing opportunities to move into leadership roles or other lines of business within MCU such as Commercial Lending, Finance, Marketing, Underwriting, Member Solutions, Training, Human Resources, and more. Supportive and engaging work environment. A wellness and sustainable work culture that puts family, Mother Nature, our community, and your health first. A work environment that encourages personal as much as professional growth, teamwork to make the dream work, and treating everyone equally. Studies have shown that individuals from marginalized and or historically underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply for a job at Meritrust Credit Union, even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed. This is a full-time position working 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for executing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program within Information Security team for Meritrust Credit Union (MCU). This position reports to the AVP, Security Analysis. Will work closely with the Risk and Compliance department in ensuring MCU is meeting regulatory requirements and organizational risk tolerance. This position is responsible for maintaining all operational tasks within the information security portfolio including security training, building and reviewing security policies and controls, conducting risk reviews of systems and compliance with information security best practices. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Governance Stay current with Financial Regulations such as FFIEC guidelines, NCUA requirements, and other compliance regulations. Familiar with Information Security Frameworks such as PCI DSS, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Top 10, etc., Build and integrate the security frameworks into the MCU Information Security Program, ensuring organizational compliance. Develop, implement, and maintain policies, standards, and procedures to ensure alignment with MCU security objectives and industry best practices. Design and conduct employee training on compliance, information security, and risk management topics with a focus on safeguarding MCU assets, including member data. Risk Management Perform risk assessments to identify and mitigate risks related to member data, application security, and security tool health checks. Analyze and document identified risks, providing actionable mitigation recommendations. Support the Information Security Incident Response Plan (ISIRP), Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) plans and assist tabletop exercises to ensure operational resilience. Compliance Monitor and support compliance efforts related to regulations and frameworks such as NCUA, NIST, ISO, PCI DSS, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Top 10, and other relevant frameworks. Assist with internal and external audits and regulatory examinations, providing required evidence and ensuring timely remediation of findings. Conduct regular testing of controls in security policies to ensure effectiveness and alignment with regulatory requirements. Manage findings from audits, risk assessments, security policies control testing, documenting resolutions and tracking remediation progresses. Participate in the exceptions management process, conducting documentation, risk acceptance, and periodic reviews of exceptions. Monitor phishing reports and InfoSec tickets submitted by employees, ensuring proper investigation, resolution, and follow-up. Collaboration & Reporting Collaborate with IT, compliance/risk management, and operational teams to align cybersecurity objectives with MCU security goals. Provide regular reporting to leadership on the cybersecurity program status, compliance gaps, and risk trends specific to the credit union sector. Design, implement, and update InfoSec performance metrics and key risk indicators (KRIs) to measure the maturity and effectiveness of the security program. Act as a resource for employees on GRC-related inquiries to promote a culture of compliance and security awareness. Qualifications REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, compliance, or information security engineering roles, preferably within the financial services, banking or credit union industry. Demonstrated experience in security controls testing, findings remediation, exceptions management, and information security performance metric monitoring. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION A bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Network, Cyber Security or relevant field is preferred. Advanced Degree/Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, and CCSP are preferred. OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Strong understanding of regulations and standards relevant to credit unions, including FFIEC, NCUA, SOC 2, NIST, ISO, PCI DSS, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Top 10, and other relevant frameworks. Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies, operational risk management, and compliance management processes. Experience in monitoring phishing reports, managing InfoSec tickets, designing, launching and monitoring cybersecurity training tools and programs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve security incidents. Proficiency in data analytics tools, including coding (e.g., Python, SQL), Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) to identify anomalies and generate actionable insights. Ability to design, update, and analyze InfoSec performance metrics and KPIs, and present findings using PowerPoint. Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to convert complex issues into actionable insights for stakeholders. Flexible and capable of working independently, as part of a team, or cross-functionally to improve security performance, efficiency, and effectiveness. Passion for learning and solving problems. Experience with cybersecurity tools and GRC platforms is a plus. WORKING CONDITIONS Standard office conditions. Low to moderate noise. Limited lifting up to 50 lbs. This description has been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Essential functions, requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. The Credit Union believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limited to the incumbent. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities of this position and may change with or without notice. Final Compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, and internal pay equity. We anticipate this position to close within 30 days of posting. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Meritrust Credit Union, we encourage you to apply! Thank you for your interest in Meritrust Credit Union.

Responsibilities

Responsible for executing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program within the Information Security team. This position involves maintaining operational tasks within the information security portfolio, including security training and compliance with best practices.