Senior InfoSec Director - PCI & PCI DSS Expert (Hybrid)

American Express; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% company match on retirement plan

Parental leave: 20+ weeks

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Director of Information Security in Phoenix to lead and mature the enterprise security program. You will own governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives while coordinating across multiple business units.

The role requires strong PCI DSS knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to clearly communicate findings and remediation steps to executives. A Bachelor’s degree and security certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with PCI DSS requirements and governance.
• Strong risk management and information security knowledge.
• Ability to write clearly for diverse audiences and manage stakeholders.
• Proven leadership and team-building capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee information security program lifecycle and governance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across lines of business.
• Monitor and report on security incidents, findings, and remediation plans.
• Communicate results and timelines to executives and stakeholders.
• Drive PCI DSS compliance initiatives and related audits.
• Lead the Information Security PMO and ensure policy adherence.

Skills

PCI DSS

Risk management

Security policies

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Security certifications

Job description

American Express is seeking a Director of Information Security in Phoenix to lead and mature the enterprise security program. You will own governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives while coordinating across multiple business units.

The role requires strong PCI DSS knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to clearly communicate findings and remediation steps to executives. A Bachelor’s degree and security certifications are preferred.