Sr Analyst, Cyber Security

Stanley Black & Decker; New Britain (CT); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) & ESPP

Paid time off

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in New Britain, CT seeks a Sr Analyst, Cyber Security to lead and support compliance initiatives across IT and business teams.

Hybrid work arrangement; you will align controls with ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, SOX, and NIS 2 while preparing for internal and external audits. The role requires 3+ years in cyber security or IT GRC, a bachelor’s in a related field, and professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, or CRISC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cyber security, IT audit, or IT GRC roles.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, or CRISC highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of IT security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting IT security audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cybersecurity compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, SOX, NIS 2).
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity and compliance controls, recommending enhancements and remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, security, and business teams to resolve audit findings and compliance issues; escalate high-risk items as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements, standards, and best practices.
• Prepare and deliver compliance and audit reports to management and regulatory authorities, track and report on compliance metrics and remediation progress.
• Support and prepare for third-party and external audits, acting as liaison with auditors and regulators.
• Develop and deliver training and awareness programs on cybersecurity compliance; provide guidance to staff on compliance and audit requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and update IT GRC documentation (policies, procedures, risk registers, control matrices, compliance checklists).
• Identify, evaluate, and report on control gaps; maintain a log of compliance and audit issues and their resolution status.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure company-wide compliance and effective resolution of issues.
• Proactively identify emerging risks and propose innovative solutions to strengthen cybersecurity posture.

Skills

Cyber security

IT audit

IT GRC

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security/Computer Science

Tools

NIST Framework

ISO Standards

PCI DSS

Job description

Job Overview

Sr Analyst, Cyber Security - Hybrid New Britian, CT USA Come build your career. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cybersecurity compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, SOX, NIS 2).
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity and compliance controls, recommending enhancements and remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, security, and business teams to resolve audit findings and compliance issues; escalated high-risk or unresolved issues as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements, standards, and best practices.
• Prepare and deliver compliance and audit reports to management and regulatory authorities, track and report on compliance metrics and remediation progress.
• Support and prepare for third-party and external audits, acting as liaison with auditors and regulators.
• Develop and deliver training and awareness programs on cybersecurity compliance; provide guidance to staff on compliance and audit requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and update IT GRC documentation (policies, procedures, risk registers, control matrices, compliance checklists).
• Identify, evaluate, and report on control gaps; maintain a log of compliance and audit issues and their resolution status.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure company-wide compliance and effective resolution of issues.
• Proactively identify emerging risks and propose innovative solutions to strengthen cybersecurity posture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cyber security, IT audit, or IT GRC roles.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, or CRISC highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of IT security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting IT security audits.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
• And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Company Culture & Growth

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
• Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state‑of‑the‑art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done.
• Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

Employment Details

Hybrid. New Britian, CT USA. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.