CyberSecurity Senior Analyst

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer professional services company consumer loan originator and servicer payments processor renewable energy solutions and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years Nelnet has been serving its customers associates and communities.

The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team youre part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live learn and work.

Lead information security initiatives that minimize risk and maximize compliance by facilitating risk assessments managing audit fulfillment and remediation of risks governing of business data and records monitoring adherence to information security controls leading special security initiatives and coaching and mentoring to improve information security awareness and standards.

Plan coordinate perform and report on work assignments based on risk assessments and priorities established by and under the direction of the IT Risk Manager and other members of the Cybersecurity leadership team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee information security risk management functions by leading initiatives with Information Technology Corporate Security Audit Services Compliance Operations and Operational Risk leadership and associates.
• Coordinate with business unit stakeholders to align cybersecurity practices and priorities across diverse shared services functions ensuring consistent risk posture enterprise-wide.
• Align with business technology security vendor and audit professionals to facilitate risk assessments respond to audits examinations and RFPs remediate risks and improve Nelnets risk management program.
• Work with leadership and associates to resolve issues recommend cost savings reduce exposure and implement internal controls to reduce risk. Identify and research improvements in order to reduce risk improve compliance with related rules and regulations or ensure efficient utilization of company resources.
• Recommend improvements develop tactical plans establish measurable goals and achieve results.
• Monitor and validate adherence to information security controls and promote risk awareness.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory standards contracts and best practices.
• Demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and exhibit a positive professional image.
• Actively participate as a senior team member contributing to the growth of IT Risk Management and Nelnet.
• Produce after action reports that provide senior leadership with actionable information.
• Review assess and provide feedback of technical cybersecurity requirements for new and existing contracts.
• Provide audit support activities for SOC (Type 1 or Type 2) engagements including the systems applications and underlying infrastructure within the scope of the examination.
• Assist with maturation and execution of PCI DSS compliance and testing program.
• Serve as a cybersecurity subject matter resource across multiple shared services functions ensuring security considerations are integrated into broader operational risk and compliance initiatives.
• Support additional cybersecurity initiatives and projects as they arise adapting to evolving priorities within Nelnet environment.

**Pay Range for this role is - $85000 - $130000k

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related field required. Certification in Risk Management CISA CISSP CISM GSEC or other information security certifications preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Four to six years risk management or closely related field.

COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Proficient in the NIST SP 800 53 rev 5 and NIST RMF risk management frameworks
• Experience with Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools (Service Now Archer SAP Logic Gate other)
• Exposure and working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence toolsets and applying them to cybersecurity risk management use cases
• Strong research and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently investigate and resolve complex time-sensitive issues
• Excellent oral written negotiation and presentations skills
• Ability to communicate complex concepts
• Self-directed and able to work independently
• Demonstrate aptitude for learning new technologies
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and work within critical timelines
• Strong leadership interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work within a team environment skilled at interacting with internal and external personnel.
• High degree of literacy in information system processes PCs end-user computing controls website controls systems development infrastructure management and information security software.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Our benefits package includes medical dental vision HSA and FSA generous earned time off 401K/student loan repayment life insurance & AD&D insurance employee assistance program employee stock purchase program tuition reimbursement performance-based incentive pay short- and long-term disability and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

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Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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