Associate Analyst, Identity Access Management, Launch Program 2027 – St. Louis, MO, US

Mastercard Inc.; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Mastercard Inc. invites applicants to join the Launch Program 2027 in St. Louis, MO. This 18-month development track blends hands-on IAM operations with cross-functional projects, aimed at building business acumen and a global perspective.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's or accelerated Master's in Cybersecurity or IT, with strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills and a customer-focused approach. US work eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and best practices from coursework or projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or IT

Job description

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary Associate Analyst, Identity Access Management, Launch Program 2027 - St. Louis, MO, US

Why join Mastercard’s Launch Program?

Throughout this 18-month program, you'll develop the ability to connect ideas, people, and markets to drive commercial impact. Through hands-on experiences, cross-functional projects, and structured learning opportunities, you'll gain exposure to multiple areas of Mastercard's business while building broad business acumen and a global perspective. You'll collaborate with teams across functions, contribute to strategic initiatives, and strengthen the skills needed to solve complex business challenges. This experience will help you build a well-rounded commercial mindset and prepare you for a variety of career paths across Mastercard's global organization.

About the team

The Resolution Squad is a mission-critical IAM operations team, entrusted with delivering high-impact, high-trust resolution services that uphold IAM standards, protect enterprise assets, and empower teams across the organization with timely, secure access by focusing on four strategic pillars Operational Precision, Proactive Risk Management, Strategic Project Execution & Knowledge Stewardship.

What we’re looking for

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or accelerated Master’s degree, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional support.
• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and best practices gained through coursework, internships, academic projects, or extracurricular activities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies and security practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and contribute to team objectives.
• This role is not eligible for Mastercard’s work authorization sponsorship. As such, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States, now as well as in the future, without employer sponsorship.For example, students or recent graduates in the United States on an F1 visa(including those with CPT or OPT authorization) are not eligible for this role.

Base Salary: $81,000

Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role.

In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include:

• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance);
• Flexible spending account and health savings account;
• Paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave);
• 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire;
• 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays;
• 401k with a best-in-class company match;
• Deferred compensation for eligible roles;
• Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities;
• Eligibility for tuition reimbursement;
• and many more.

Mastercard benefits for interns generally include:

• 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time;
• Jury duty leave;
• and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.

Everyone wants easier ways to pay; we invent them. Checkout lines are slow; we speed them along. Merchants want more sales; we give them data and insights. People need financial access; we connect them. Corporate purchasing is complicated; we make it simple. Commuters are busy; we speed them on their way. Governments need greater efficiencies; we help create them. Small businesses are virtual; we give them access to a world of buyers. Retailers want to fight fraud; we provide the tools.