Cyber Audit, Officer

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Audit, Officer to join our global cyber audit team. To succeed in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of cyber risks processes, controls, industry standards, and should have a strong knowledge of NIST, MITRE, and Defense in Depth concepts. You will be responsible for working closely with peers for infrastructure, security, and application audit while working with a diverse global team. Collaboration with the banks' cyber security organization is essential. In this role you will join a growing team that is focused on building leading practices, and you will have a functional reporting line to the Vice President of Cyber Audit.

The role will be located in Bangalore.

Due to the role requirements this job needs to be performed primarily in the office with some flex work opportunities available.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As an Officer, Cyber Audit you will

• Execute the risk assessments and testing phases of cyber audits and cyber focused validation activities.

• Work as part of an international team, collaborating closely with global peers for infrastructure, security, and application and business audit.

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of cyber risks, changes in the regulatory environment pertaining cyber, and innovative assurance approaches.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including the banks' cyber security organization.

• Communicate audit progress, findings, and recommendations effectively to senior management.

• Prepare audit work papers to ensure compliance with the division’s audit methodology.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Experience in executing audits audit projects, preferably within the global financial services industry.

• Proficiency in evaluating cyber risks and testing internal controls while applying risk based testing approaches.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, working independently and developing relationships with global stakeholders in a fast paced environment.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership ability across all levels coupled with effective problem solving, conceptual thinking, quantitative and analytical skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.

• Advanced project management skills.

• Fluency in English - written and spoken.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field preferred.

• 3+ years of experience auditing information security or cyber risk management.

• Audit or assurance experience working in the banking or financial services industry or other regulated industries.

• Experience in evaluating cyber security risks and the ability to develop and execute effective audit testing strategies with a good understanding of regulatory compliance requirements for the banking industry.

• Developing knowledge of Cyber and Cloud technologies and tools, Identity and Access Management, Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) technologies and cyber operations, and incident and response processes.

• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM are highly preferred.

Additional requirements

• Willingness to travel as required.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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