Information Security Specialist

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We're here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

The Specialist, Information Security role is a supportive function whose objective is to assist in the completion of Third-Party Cyber Security assessments, evidence gathers and internal compliance audit support. This role supports both internal client and external Vendor-facing activities. The Information Security Analyst's responsibilities include:

Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting Security and Technical Architecture Review (STAR) process for new and existing third parties and partners at the project level (onboarding)

• Support subject matter experts in explaining and documenting the risk management process and timelines

• Perform initial screening and documentation of potential risks for proposed vendor products/services

• Assist in scheduling and preparing for periodic reviews of vendor adherence to GBT standards

• Input and track information in the Amex GBT GRC tool to support vendor review workflow

• Compile and organize documentation to support risk management plan (RMP) development

• Support the decommissioning process for vendors during review

• Collaborate with Information Security team members to gather and compile security-related information

• Assist in preparing reports and dashboards for the Third-Party Cyber Security team

• Support contract review processes by organizing and documenting technical terms

Knowledge/Expertise:

• Ability to interact professionally with management and team members

• Basic understanding of Travel Industry and related travel products

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field

• Information security certifications preferred (e.g., Security+, SSCP)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT, with emerging interest in information security compliance

• Understanding of technical architecture and vendor documentation

• Support audit-related documentation activities

• Strong communication and organizational skills in English (Verbal and Written)

• Familiarity with vendor management concepts

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

• Willingness to learn and develop professional skills

• Ability to work under guidance and meet deadlines

Location

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Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.

• Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.

• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.

• Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.

• We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.

• And much more

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.

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