Data Security and Privacy Engineer

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

What will you contribute?

As a Data Security and Privacy Engineer, you will be part of the Information Security team, reporting to the Chief Data Security Architect. Your role involves governing and protecting Finastra’s product and customer data. You will collaborate with Security, Legal, Product Development, Data Engineering, and other teams to classify data and ensure compliance with confidentiality, integrity, availability, and data privacy requirements. You will also enhance the data governance framework, policies, processes, and standards, and handle tasks such as data classification, asset registration, enterprise data security, product risk assessments, and risk remediation. Additionally, you will develop process automation solutions for repeatable tasks.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Complete data governance tasks and maintain due diligence records, ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and regulations.
• Conduct data classification reviews, identify data minimization opportunities, prescribe de-identification methods, and track risk remediation.
• Review asset metadata records for anomalies and guide asset owners on corrections.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to achieve data governance framework goals, including data ownership, stewardship, dictionaries, flow diagrams, handling methods, usage rights, metadata management, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct training and awareness on data governance and protection standards and procedures.
• Develop metrics and reports for continued compliance with the data governance framework and company standards.
• Assist with requirements, implementation, integration, and training for new data security tools, standards, and processes.
• Independently carry out assignments, coordinate work with others, and keep team members informed of project statuses and risks.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Information Technology or related field and 3+ years of professional experience in Data Governance, Data Security, or a similar role.
• Strong organizational skills and motivation for self-improvement and achieving results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical personnel, business stakeholders, and management.
• Understanding of key data governance concepts and data management practices.
• Familiarity with common data privacy concepts and compliance methodologies.
• Ability to make independent judgments and accurately identify risks.
• Familiarity with API calls, SQL queries and practical scripting/coding experience (e.g., Python, PowerShell).

Nice to Haves

• Certification as a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT), or other Security certification (CISSP, CCSP, CISA).
• Experience with JIRA, ServiceNow, Power BI, and data management software.
• Exposure to cloud-native application hosting, containers, and APIs.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, unlimited personalized coaching via our coaching app, and access to our Gather Groups for emotional and mental support.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!