**Description**

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Are you passionate about information security and risk management? Do you want to make a positive impact on the security posture of a global company? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the Information Security Analyst Risk Reduction role at American Express.

As an Information Security Analyst Risk Reduction, you will be part of the Technology Risk and Information Security organization, which is responsible for delivering effective and efficient solutions to reduce the technology and information security risks across the enterprise. You will work with various technology teams, business leaders, and control domain owners to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks, as well as communicate and report on the risk status and trends.

**Responsibilities:**

Provides support to Risk Advisors in leading risk reduction efforts for their collaborators and monitor the progress and status of remediation actions.

Analyze data sources that contain technology and information security risk information and customize the data for different audiences and purposes.

Draw conclusions and recommendations based on the data analysis, and communicate the risks and action plans to the relevant collaborators.

Engage with technology and business partners to understand the key risks associated with their initiatives and advise on risk reduction strategies and solutions in collaboration with domain subject matter experts.

Prepare and deliver high-quality materials (reports, presentations, spreadsheets, etc.) on information security and risk management topics, and facilitate informed decision-making.

**Requirements:**

3 years of experience in Information Security and/or Technology Risk Management

Advanced MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Word skills

Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills

Proven problem solver who can make clear-headed decisions under pressure.

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with experience in translating complex information and requirements into clear and actionable tasks.

Excellent organization skills and strong attention to detail

Works well under pressure and adapts to changing circumstances.

Fast learner who proactively works with minimal direction

Solution-oriented and has a collaborative approach to overcoming barriers.

**Desired Qualifications:**

Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or related specialism preferred.

Security or technology risk related certifications (CISM, CISSP, CRISC, etc.) preferred but not required.

**Qualifications**

Salary Range: $85,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually bonus benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

6% Company Match on retirement savings plan

Free financial coaching and financial well-being support

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits

Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need

20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy

Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)

Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program

Career development and training opportunities

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American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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**Job:** Technology

**Primary Location:** US-New York-New York

**Other Locations:** US-Arizona-Phoenix

**Schedule** Full-time

**Req ID:** 24009360