Security Engineering Governance & Data Analyst

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard is seeking a Security Engineering Governance & Data Analyst to provide data-driven visibility into technology performance, operational health, and technology investments. The role develops executive reporting, analytics, and governance processes enabling leaders to monitor progress, manage risks, and optimize technology investments.

Working with technology, finance, and business partners, you will transform complex operational and financial data into actionable insights for informed

Qualifications

• 5 years related work experience. 2 years of cybersecurity & managing a project preferred.
• Financial Services and technical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-driven visibility into technology performance, operational health, and technology investments.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance executive reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Analyze and report on technology spending, consumption trends, and cost drivers to support financial management.
• Monitor and report on technology initiatives, milestones, risks, and business impact.
• Track portfolio performance metrics, operational health indicators, and technology trends across areas.
• Partner with technology, finance, and business stakeholders to enable governance and prioritization.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Data Analysis

Executive Communication

Stakeholder Management

Financial Acumen

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Technical Architecture

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

The Security Engineering Governance & Data Analyst is responsible for providing data-driven visibility into technology performance, operational health, technology initiatives, and technology financial management across SAEP. This role develops executive reporting, analytics, and governance processes that enable leaders to monitor progress, manage risks, and optimize technology investments. Working closely with technology, finance, and business partners, the role transforms complex operational and financial data into actionable insights that support informed decision-making and effective portfolio oversight. Focuses on measuring performance, providing transparency through reporting and analytics, and enabling effective governance of technology investments and modernization efforts.

Core Responsibilities:

• Technology Financial Management & Cost Optimization
• Analyze and report on technology spending, consumption trends, and cost drivers to provide transparency and support effective financial management.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and optimize technology investments in alignment with business objectives.
• Executive Reporting & Operational Analytics
• Develop, maintain, and enhance executive reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics that provide visibility into operational, financial, and technology outcomes.
• Synthesize complex data into meaningful insights that support leadership awareness and informed decision-making.
• Technology Initiatives Governance
• Monitor and report on technology initiatives, including key milestones, dependencies, risks, outcomes, and business impact.
• Support governance processes by providing reporting and analysis that enable visibility into initiative progress and organizational objectives.
• Portfolio Performance Monitoring & Insights
• Track and analyze portfolio performance metrics, operational health indicators, and technology trends across supported areas.
• Identify emerging risks, variances, and opportunities, providing insights to assist leadership in managing priorities and achieving desired outcomes.
• Cross-Functional Business Partnership
• Serve as a trusted partner to technology, finance, and business stakeholders, fostering collaboration and alignment across organizational priorities.
• Support planning, reporting, and governance activities by providing subject matter expertise, analytical support, and actionable insights.

Qualifications:

• 5 years related work experience. 2 years of cybersecurity & managing a project preferred.
• Financial Services and technical experience preferred.

Preferences:

• Undergraduate degree in related field (Computer Science, Engineering) required. Graduate degree preferred.

Core Competences:

• Analytical Thinking
• Data Analysis & Visualization
• Executive Communication & Data Storytelling
• Stakeholder Management & Relationship Building
• Financial Acumen & Business Judgment
• Cybersecurity Knowledge
• Technical Architecture Literacy

Additional Competencies:

• Problem Solving
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
• Decision Support
• Strategic Thinking
• Influencing Without Authority
• Technology Governance
• Planning & Prioritization
• Risk Management

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.