Cybersecurity Business Intelligence and Reporting Specialist (Finance)

Join Mizuho as a Cybersecurity Business Intelligence and Reporting Specialist!

In this role, you will report directly to the Head of the IT Security Strategy, contribute to, and support the firm's overall Information Security program. You will interface with various levels of IT and business personnel, monitoring critical security functions, evaluating key IT processes from a perspective of information security, prepare executive reports and advise on best practices and approaches. You will be responsible for gathering, analyzing, and presenting cybersecurity data and risk metrics in a clear and concise manner for executive leadership, including the CISO, various executive committees, and Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will provide executive support, strategic and tactical guidance, with a primary focus on preparing management reports, and dashboards. Attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (especially PowerPoint and Excel) is very important.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver professional, clear, and concise presentations tailored to executive and regulatory audiences, including status reports and dashboards on various cybersecurity matters (BAU activity, projects, KRIs, strategy, regulatory updates etc.) for Sr. Management, Committees and Board of Directors. Summarize complex technical information into actionable insights, emphasizing clarity and direct communication.
• Support all security awareness trainings, newsletters, and phishing campaigns as required for all employees using solution provider and custom-developed tools, providing education and measuring outcomes indicating employee behavioral change.
• Work closely with various business functions (e.g., banking, equities, operational risk, compliance, legal, HR and audit teams) to provide security best practice expertise. Stay abreast of new laws, regulations and standards, and assess their impacts to the business.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and integrity in all reported data.
• Collaborate with Security Operations, Risk Management, and IT teams to gather accurate, timely data and report on key risk indicators (KRIs), key performance indicators (KPIs), and regulatory compliance metrics.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience.
• Strong cybersecurity knowledge with exceptional communication and data visualization skills.
• Ability to work independently, be counted upon, manage priorities, and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment while meeting project timelines.
• Applicable knowledge with the cybersecurity requirements and frameworks recommended by various regulators such as the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB), New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) regulations and frameworks, and familiarity with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), National Institute of Technology (NIST) standards, International Standards Organization (ISO) standards, etc.
• Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in computer science, MIS, information assurance or related technical field. Related experience acceptable in lieu of related degree.
• Engage in personal and professional development projects to maintain continual growth in professional skills and knowledge essential for regulatory requirements.
• Preferred knowledge of GRC platforms (ServiceNow, Archer, etc.) and experience creating cybersecurity reports for C-level or Board of Directors.
• CISSP, CRISC, CISA, CISM, CEH or CCSP certifications a plus.

The expected base salary ranges from $105,000-$185,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

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Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.   

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill​, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.​​

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.

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