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Lead, Technology Risk Analyst

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Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Job Title: Technology Program Manager
Overview
Technology Risks & Controls (TR&C) is a key component of Mastercard’s three lines of defense model, enabling first-line technology risk management through implementation of risk and control methodology and best practices, control advisement and monitoring, and assurance to external stakeholders (i.e., regulators and customers).
The Role
The Technology Risks & Controls Governance team is looking for a Lead Technical Program Manager to drive our evidence management strategy forward. This role will report directly to the Technology Risks & Controls Governance Vice President.
Responsibilities include:
• Plan, execute, and deliver a large multi-year data project from inception to completion
• Proactively manage the end-to-end project delivery, reporting out progress, ensuring dependencies are covered, overseeing the gaps and removing any blocking issues to ensure successful delivery
• Define the sequencing of work by producing a clear roadmap with defined key delivery milestones in line with an integrated project schedule
• Collaborate across Technology teams to ensure defined prioritization and input requirements
• Run effective meetings to drive accountability and ownership
• Clearly articulate scope, timelines, dependencies, owners, actions, risks, and mitigations
• Own project communications and produce crisp updates that are tailored to specific audiences
• Ensure strong working relationships across the project team.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
All About You:
• Degree in technology, information systems management, information security management or related program
• Project management qualification(s) focused on Agile methodologies
• Experience leading large data projects end-to-end
• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies
• Collaborative and team-oriented work style
• Has an ability and drive to perform independently and comfortable with remote management
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally/ geographically to drive project success
• Systematic problem-solving approach coupled with strong communication skills
• Ability to connect both on an individual level and in large groups with a team-orientated work style
• Proficient in stakeholder management and ensuring crisp updates that are tailored to specific audiences
• Demonstrates problem solving skills, sound business judgment, and creative resourcefulness

Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), flexible spending account and health savings account, paid leaves (including 16 weeks new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays, 401k with a best-in-class company match, deferred compensation for eligible roles, fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities, eligibility for tuition reimbursement, gender-inclusive benefits and many more.

Pay Ranges

O'Fallon, Missouri: $102,000 - $158,000 USD

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What You Should Know About Lead, Technology Risk Analyst, Mastercard

Are you ready to take your career to the next level as a Lead Technology Risk Analyst at Mastercard in O'Fallon, Missouri? We’re on a mission to power economies and elevate people in over 200 countries by providing secure and innovative digital payment solutions. In this exciting role, you will be right at the heart of our Technology Risks & Controls (TR&C) team, contributing to our three lines of defense model by managing the intricacies of technology risk management. Your primary focus will be on steering a significant multi-year data project from start to finish, ensuring every piece of the puzzle fits perfectly. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional technology teams, define clear milestones, and maintain strong communication throughout the project lifecycle. With your agile project management skills, you’ll navigate challenges effortlessly and drive the project to successful delivery. We’re looking for someone with a degree in technology or related fields and a proven track record of leading large-scale data initiatives. You’ll thrive in our team-oriented environment, showcasing your exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage stakeholders effectively. At Mastercard, we believe in ensuring that our employees have the support and resources they need to succeed—not just in their roles but throughout their careers. If you’re excited about technology, passionate about risk management, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Lead, Technology Risk Analyst Role at Mastercard

What qualifications are needed for the Lead Technology Risk Analyst position at Mastercard?

To become a Lead Technology Risk Analyst at Mastercard, you typically need a degree in technology, information systems management, or information security management. Additionally, project management qualifications focused on Agile methodologies are highly regarded. Experience in leading large data projects end-to-end, along with strong communication and collaborative skills, is essential for the role.