Security Business Partner Sr - Risk Management & Governance

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 112,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Senior Security Business Partner within Enterprise Information Security. The role involves serving as a strategic partner and relationship manager between Enterprise Information Security and Line of Business, ensuring security requirements and governance are integrated into business initiatives and technology solutions.

In-office role across multiple U.S. locations, including Pittsburgh, Phoenix, Lakewood, and Dallas.

Qualifications

• Experience and competencies in information security management, risk assessment and governance for large enterprise initiatives.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills to partner with Line of Business and Risk organizations.
• Knowledge of security controls, IAM, data protection, and cloud security concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the security point of contact for Line of Business, Risk, and Technology teams to ensure integrated delivery of cybersecurity services.
• Lead the relationship with a Line of Business to ensure successful outcomes and the overall client experience within Security, including risk, demand management, and governance.
• Coordinate security input for risk discussions, executive updates, and committee presentations.

Skills

Access Control

Security Governance

Cyber Security

Risk Management

Information Security

Network Security

Vendor/Stakeholder relations

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Security Business Partner Sr within PNC's Enterprise Information Security organization, you can be based in Phoenix, AZ; Lakewood, CO; Pittsburgh, PA; Dallas, TX

Job Profile

R222852
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Security Business Partner Sr within PNC's Enterprise Information Security organization, you can be based in Phoenix, AZ; Lakewood, CO; Pittsburgh, PA; Dallas, TX
The Security Business Partner Sr. serves as a strategic partner and relationship manager between Enterprise Information Security and Line of Business.
This role ensures that information security requirements, risk considerations, and governance expectations are identified early and incorporated into business initiatives, technology solutions, and risk management activities for the Line of Business.
PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Core Responsibilities

Business & Security Partnership

• Serve as the security point of contact for Line of Business, Risk, and Technology teams to ensure integrated delivery of cybersecurity services.


• Lead the relationship with a Line of Business to ensure successful outcomes and is responsible for the overall client experience within the Security organization, including cybersecurity risk, business demand management, client feedback & relationship management.


• Coordinate security input for risk discussions, executive updates, and committee presentations.

Initiative Support

• Engage across the lifecycle of business and technology initiatives, including RFP activities, technology due diligence, and security approvals.


• Promote adoption, accountability, and sustainability of security requirements and controls for Line of Business initiatives.


• Ensure that security requirements and standards are identified and incorporated into Line of Business technology solutions and platforms.


• Participate in key initiative and program meetings to provide ongoing security and risk input.

Risk Management & Governance

• Provide guidance to Line of Business on risk assessments, security reviews, and governance activities for initiatives with material technology, data, or business impact.


• Partner with Line of Business Risk organization to improve Security posture through the reduction of Policy Exceptions, open vulnerabilities, and implementation of automated identity access controls.


• Translate information security requirements and risk considerations into relevant guidance to support informed decision‑making by Line of Business stakeholders.


• Provide support for ad‑hoc or high‑priority security situations, including coordination of communications and remediation planning.

Organizational Alignment

• Senior contributor that engages with Enterprise Information Security teams responsible for Identity and Access Management, Data Protection, Application Security, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, and Policy and Governance.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.


• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Access Control (AC), Building Architecture, Customer Solutions, Cyber Security Governance, Disaster Recovery Planning, Information Security, Network Security, Physical Security, Risk Assessments, Risk Management, Security Technologies

Competencies

Business Acumen, Effective Communications, Influencing, Problem Solving, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

No Required Education(s)

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required Or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $112,000.00 – $228,800.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/03/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

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At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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