IAM Sr. Specialist – Customer Access SME, Vice President

Global Cybersecurity (GCS) protects State Street and its clients from the impact of cyber-attacks against systems by understanding the risks these attacks present and mitigating them through a robust, continuously evolving, cybersecurity program and control environment.  

Cyber Identity & Access Management (IAM) is one of five functions that make up GCS. IAM designs, deploys, and continually enhances security measures for the protection of State Street’s information related to its assets and customers.  

This IAM Senior Specialist – Customer Access SME, VP will sit in the GCS cyber office of CISO sub-function in IAM. This role is responsible for providing strategic guidance and technical expertise serving as SME in CIAM to ensure the organization’s CIAM policies, standards, and technical specifications are robust and aligned with business needs. Overseeing CIAM metrics and presenting related topics to various stakeholders. Other responsibility areas are listed below.  

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the subject matter expert on Customer IAM related policies, standards, and technical standards. 

• Maintain a deep understanding of industry best practices and emerging trends in CIAM. 

• Manage the review and approval process for policy and standard changes, ensuring alignment with business needs and regulatory requirements. 

• Document and communicate changes to relevant stakeholders. 

• Act as a liaison between business and IT teams on CIAM matters to ensure solutions meet standards. 

• Support the CIAM working group in preparing meeting materials, including agendas, presentations, and reports. 

• Track working group participation and document meeting minutes including any votes and action items. 

• Prepare meeting results and recommendations for referral to the IAM Governance Council. 

• Present CIAM related topics to business and other forums, including senior management. 

• Work to implement changes directed by the IAM Governance Council. 

• Supervise compilation of monthly enterprise Key Control Indicators associated with department CIAM functions 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Deep understanding of IAM principles and technologies. 

• Knowlege of Customer IAM processes in procedures in one or more business model 

• Proven ability to lead and influence stakeholders with excellent communication and presentation skills. 

• Experience with metric creation and analysis. 

• Strong knowledge of CIAM platforms and tools. 

• Relevant certifications are a plus. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in related technical and/or business field 

• 8-10 years extensive experience in IAM functions or platforms 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively consult and influence stakeholders. 

• Ability to perform data analysis and reporting. 

Are you the right candidate? Yes! 

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit. 

Why this role is important to us 

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.  

We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We’re looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.  

Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry. 

About State Street 

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. 

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. 

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. 

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 

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