Global PCI & IT Risk Leadership - Compliance & Security

Global Payments Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments Inc. is seeking a PCI Compliance & IT Risk Management People Leader to join our Legal team and help shape the future of global commerce.

You will lead and enhance PCI and IT risk programs across a large-scale, global organization, mentoring a team and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to manage regulatory requirements and risk mitigation in a dynamic environment. This role requires strategic leadership, the ability to drive risk-aware decision-making, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, IT, Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4–6 years of experience in PCI Compliance and IT Risk Management, with background in information security, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, audit, and governance practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; strong multi-tasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong presentation, networking and collaboration skills.
• 2 years of previous experience managing and developing resources; ability to follow established processes.
• Demonstrates strong execution discipline and follows structured processes in controlled environments.
• Applies risk awareness and compliance knowledge to protect sensitive payment data and support business objectives.
• Collaborates effectively with cross-functional and global teams to achieve shared goals.
• Takes ownership of tasks, exercises sound judgment, and resolves issues using established policies and procedures.
• Provides leadership by managing priorities, coordinating team activities, delegating responsibilities, and supporting employee development.

Responsibilities

• Leads and oversees the daily activities and performance of PCI Compliance and IT Risk Management team members.
• Acts as a PCI Compliance and IT Risk SME by monitoring regulatory requirements, industry trends, and emerging threats, assessing risks, and escalating key issues to management.
• Supports and conducts technology and cybersecurity risk assessments, including control reviews, risk analysis, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensures compliance with payment network and regulatory requirements (e.g., Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover) while advising on compliant business and technology solutions.
• Partners with technical and business stakeholders to manage compliance initiatives, document requirements, and help ensure technical solutions align with compliance, risk, and business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

PCI Compliance

IT Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Auditing

Risk Assessment

Communication

Cross-functional Collaboration

Governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security / Cybersecurity / IT

Tools

PCI-P Certification

CRISC

CISSP

SEC+

Job description

Global Payments Inc. is seeking a PCI Compliance & IT Risk Management People Leader to join our Legal team and help shape the future of global commerce.

You will lead and enhance PCI and IT risk programs across a large-scale, global organization, mentoring a team and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to manage regulatory requirements and risk mitigation in a dynamic environment. This role requires strategic leadership, the ability to drive risk-aware decision-making, and