Irving, TX, USA
4 days ago
Sr Cybersecurity Analyst - Risk

Flexible hybrid work environment, 4 days a week in the office.  

Why GMF Cybersecurity?

Our Cybersecurity team is tasked with the security engineering, regulatory response, third party risk, and incident response capabilities necessary to secure GM Financial, the captive auto finance subsidiary of General Motors. Reporting directly to the CEO, our Cybersecurity team enjoys unprecedented support to deliver the highest level of security capabilities using cutting edge technologies and automating mundane tasks, allowing our teams to focus on interesting and rewarding security work. 

As a part of GM Financial, you’ll have the opportunity to work on Cybersecurity projects across financial services, automotive, manufacturing, high-tech, and military industries. We are looking for team players who want the freedom to innovate leading edge capabilities to join our growing Cybersecurity team. 

Experience: 

Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience strongly preferred5-8 years of experience in large and complex business environments with a successful track record implementing cybersecurity risk management programs. Big 4/Consulting experience is strongly preferred.

Licenses:

Information Security Certifications strongly preferred 

What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.  

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.  

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.  

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 4 days a week in the office.  

About the role: 

The Sr Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for executing a portion of the GM Financial (GMF) Cybersecurity Program designed to advise the organization on its management of cybersecurity risk by organizing information, enabling risk management decisions and addressing threats to ensure the security of company systems and information assets. The Sr Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for contributing to the success of comprehensive security initiatives, work with internal and external groups to ensure the program is operating effectively and efficiently and develop strong partnerships with business partners across the enterprise to ensure company information assets are protected at the appropriate level.

In this role, you will: 

Demonstrated proficiency developing and updating cybersecurity policies, standards and procedures referencing NIST 800-53 controls and the NIST Cyber Security Framework, including implementing revisions in accordance with updates in relevant regulatory or industry cybersecurity practicesExperience with audit management and tracking of remediation items and/or findings to completion Demonstrated capability to collaborate with business partners to manage cybersecurity needsExperience with development of security requirements to protect the company from external and internal threats Experience with documentation and reporting of policy or procedure discrepancies and/or change requests Ability to initiate, facilitate and promote cybersecurity within the organization and monitor adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards and controls

What makes you a dream candidate?

Demonstrated proficiency understanding and implementing cybersecurity policies, standards and procedures referencing NIST 800-53 controls and the NIST Cyber Security Framework.Experience with risk management and technical risk assessment processes ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory requirementsProven experience in assessing cybersecurity risk associated with third-party vendors, including the evaluation of vendor security documentation, risk scoring, and alignment with organizational risk tolerance.Demonstrated capability to collaborate with business partners to manage cybersecurity needsProven experience in assessing cybersecurity risk associated with third-party vendors, including the evaluation of vendor security documentation, risk scoring, and alignment with organizational risk tolerance.Experience with the development of security requirements to protect the company from external and internal threatsExperience with documentation and reporting of policy or procedure discrepancies and/or change requestsAbility to initiate, facilitate and promote cybersecurity within the organization and monitor adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards and controlsExperience coaching and mentoring junior members, providing guidance on risk assessment methodologies and cybersecurity best practices to support their professional development and ensure consistent application of security standards across the team.Expertise in evaluating vendor security posture, reviewing documentation (e.g., SOC 2, SIG, CAIQ) and identifying control gaps.Deep understanding of cybersecurity and risk management frameworks e.g. NIST, ISOUnderstanding of technical controls (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection) and how they relate to risk posture.Strong understanding of application layer protocols including HTTP, SSH, SSL and DNSProficiency with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, QuickBase) or similar tools for tracking risks and remediation.Familiarity with SOX, PCI-DSS and other relevant regulations impacting cybersecurity risk.Knowledge of IT security processes and controls as well as IT infrastructure and networking technical knowledgeAbility to translate technical risk findings into business-impact language for stakeholders and leadership.Ability to apply structured analysis methods to various types of data to establish trends, determine variability and business impactExpert level IT security processes and controls knowledge as well as IT infrastructure and networking technical knowledgeExperience with technical writing and documentation tools such as Visio and Microsoft Office productsAdvanced information security standards/frameworks (ie, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001) skillsCreative, Innovative, problem-solving and maximizing your potential to solve problems and improve methodsUnderstanding of cloud technologies and conceptsFamiliarity with DevOps and Agile development processes
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