Senior Security Analyst, PCI DSS

canadiantirecorporation; Oakville; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Tire is seeking a Senior Security Analyst, PCI to join the PCI Governance team. You will translate PCI requirements into language usable by IT and business units and drive security controls across the organization.

Leading collaborations with Project Managers and stakeholders, you’ll analyze controls, close gaps, mentor junior staff, and steer governance initiatives to sustain PCI compliance on large, cross-SBU programs.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in Information Security with PCI compliance.
• Security certifications such as PCI QSA/ISA, CISSP or CISA are assets.
• University degree or equivalent diploma.
• Strong technical knowledge of networking, operating systems, databases.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for annual PCI Compliance assessment including gap closure and evidence collection.
• Participate in annual PCI assessment by facilitating interviews and gathering evidence.
• Lead as SME on PCI Compliance in projects.
• Analyze controls to determine PCI DSS compliance level.
• Provide recommendations to close PCI gaps and sustain compliance.
• Mentor junior PCI Governance Specialist and support prioritization and reporting.

Skills

PCI compliance

Information Security

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Mentoring

Cross-functional teamwork

Non-technical communication

Education

University degree or equivalent diploma

Security certifications (PCI QSA/ISA, CISSP, CISA)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Visio

Job description

The Senior Security Analyst, PCI is part of the PCI Governance team working with IT and the Business to close PCI compliance gaps and sustain compliance on an on-going basis. The analyst serves as a main conduit in translating PCI Compliance requirements into language understood by the Business and IT Competency Centres in order to put appropriate security controls in place.

The Senior Security Analyst combines business and technology skills with strong leadership, communication, negotiation, facilitation and presentation skills. Using proven methods and tools, he/she leads the planning, gathering, packaging, validating and managing of requirements - in partnership with Project Managers, Business Stakeholders and IT interfacing groups. The senior security analyst is assigned to large projects that are highly complex, strategic in nature, and have a critical impact on the business.

What you’ll do

• Prepare for annual PCI Compliance assessment including follow-up on gaps closure, assessing controls to meet requirements, collecting documentation and evidence, educating stakeholders, and coordinating timelines
• Participate in annual PCI Compliance assessment helping facilitate interviews, gathering evidence, working with internal departments to close off gaps which can be remediated at time of assessment
• Participate as a team member on projects providing subject matter expertise as it relates to PCI Compliance
• Conduct analysis to assess controls (both existing and in design phase) to determine level of compliance to the PCI DSS standard
• Work with internal departments to provide recommendations and drive solutions to close PCI gaps
• Implement processes for the sustainment of PCI Compliance
• Maintain collaborative working relationships with interfacing groups within IT and the business
• Direct the work of more junior PCI Governance Specialist and mentor him/her on prioritization, interpretation of requirements, evidence gathering, building relationship with interfacing groups, reporting, and participation on projects
• Leads work related to PCI Governance Strategy - improving capabilities of overall team, improving processes, improving templates, and identifying key performance metrics
• External industry knowledge is attained and maintained

What you bring

• 5-7+ years of experience in Information Security, with at least 2 years prior experience working with PCI compliance
• Security certification such as PCI QSA, PCI ISA, CISSP or CISA is an asset
• University degree or equivalent diploma
• Strong technical knowledge of networking, operating systems, databases
• Self starter with the ability to work independently and in cross functional teams
• Experience using MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio
• Self motivated individual capable of working with minimal supervision
• Experience working with complex, cross-SBU initiatives in medium-large organizations
• Excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills
• Strong analysis, critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Solid presentation skills to provide awareness and understanding of the PCI requirements to business partners and Finance AVP, and to present regarding the Canadian Tire environment to the third party QSA company
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to communicate technical information in a non-technical manner
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects at the same time and under tight deadlines
• Ability to deal with ambiguity

We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
• Performance incentives, Continuing Education Programs
• Other perks to support your well-being
• Career growth opportunities and product discounts

Broadband Salary Range: $64,000.00 - $106,000.00

Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role. #LI-AG2

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.

We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.

About Us

At Canadian Tire Services Limited/Canadian Tire Bank, it is our mandate to continue to create innovative and rewarding financial solutions for our customers. Our growing suite of products and services showcase the dynamic contributions from our employees and our success is driven by a strong vision, loyal customers, and our ability to build teams that reflect the diverse customers and communities in which we live and work. Join us, where there's a place for you here.

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