Info Security Advisor- Mid Level

Why USAA?
Let's do something that really matters.

At USAA, we have an important mission: facilitating the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. Not all of our employees served in our nation's military, but we all share in the mission to give back to those who did. We're working as one to build a great experience and make a real impact for our members.

We believe in our core values of honesty, integrity, loyalty and service. They're what guides everything we do - from how we treat our members to how we treat each other. Come be a part of what makes us so special!

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Info Security Advisor- Mid Level, you will work with the 3P Cyber Risk Assessments Team in USAA's ECIO. They will work to verify multiple 3rd Parties assessing their information security, Privacy, and information technology controls. Some travel could be required.

Provides information assurance capabilities through technical consultation and guidance to the business for the interpretation and assessment of information security risk for projects, technologies, and environments. Aims to identify and manage existing and emerging risks and integrate risk management strategies and educate risk owners across the enterprise on information security requirements and best practices. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored and controlled and administers, and implements systems, policies and processes which serve to enhance the mitigation, reporting, and analysis of Information Security risk.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position will be based at our San Antonio, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Creates and contributes to Information Security governance.
• Publishes, maintains, and/or interprets moderately complex Information Security governance requirements (e.g. policies and standards).
• Executes repeatable methods and measurements to determine Information Security risk and recommends improvements to the process.
• Performs security risk assessments of moderately complex projects, new technologies, business partners, and third parties.
• Consults with individuals and teams (advice, guidance and assistance) on Information Security risk; guides the security direction of USAA technical projects and initiatives.
• Recommends risk treatment options for technical projects and initiatives.
• Responds both verbally and in writing to routine inquiries and periodic exams from internal control partners (e.g. legal, compliance, audit, risk).
• Guides and assists process owners in the identification, development, and testing of Information Security controls for risk mitigation effectiveness.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 4 years of work experience in one or more of the eight areas Security and Risk Management, Asset Security, Security Architecture and Engineering, Communication and Network Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Assessment and Testing, Security Operations, and/or Software Development Security.
• 2 years of related experience in conducting risk assessments, recommending risk treatment options and/or developing program governance (e.g. policies and standards).
• Proficient level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends.
• Solid understanding of security protocols, application security, cryptography, authentication, authorization, and security.
• Knowledge of applicable information security frameworks, standards, regulatory requirements, and controls.
• Knowledge and application of security controls/mechanisms and threat/risk assessment techniques pertaining to complex data, application, and networking environments.

What sets you apart:

• Military Cyber experience
• Related Information Security certification

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

What we offer:

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. The salary range for this position is: $99,160-$189,530.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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