ISO Lead Analyst - VP

Citi

Citi

IT
Mexico City, Mexico
Posted on Aug 22, 2025

The Information Security Operations (ISO) Lead Analyst is a senior level professional responsible for driving efforts to prevent, monitor and respond to information/data breaches and cyber-attacks. The overall objective of this role is to ensure the execution of Information Security directives and activities in alignment with Citi's data security policy.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the implementation of the IS Training Plan, by verifying training participants completed the training and understand IS requirements
  • Coordinate with cross-functional Operations and Technology (O&T) counterparts and teams to improve O&T risk oversight
  • Provide recommendations on IS aspects of projects and assess/report Corrective Action Plans to improve IS programs and initiatives
  • Escalate significant risks to the Regional/Sector IS Leadership for information or required actions
  • Attend and participate in internal/external IS forums and risk committees when necessary
  • Improve processes, by removing deficiencies and enhancing current tools that reduce an overall risk profile
  • Ensure security practices/standards compliance and reduce security risks through enhancing controls and minimizing weaknesses in Citi’s applications portfolio
  • Ensure audits are passed with a satisfactory audit rating for all IS topics
  • Ensure non-compliant items are resolved through coordination with Business Manager and business staff
  • Support the Global Information Security (GIS) policies, standards, and initiatives development and implementation
  • Increase communication efficiency with cross-sector ISOs to resolve security issues that span multiple businesses
  • Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
  • Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
  • Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.


Qualifications:

  • 6-10 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient in interpreting and applying policies, standards and procedures
  • Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
  • Proven influencing and relationship management skills
  • Proven analytical skills


Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
  • Master’s degree preferred

Among additional required skills are:

  • Bachelor degree in IT, Computing, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Professional certification in Information Security and/or Cybersecurity (e.g. ISO27001, CISSP, CISM, CISA, etc) desirable.
  • Fluent English skills (conversational and in writing), C1 or higher.
  • Technical knowledge and advanced proficiency in: Clould Environments, Operating Systems, Middleware, Web platforms, Databases, Programming Languages, APIs, Network, Hosting, etc.
  • Data analytics experience,supported by commercial software
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Experience on IT Security, Risk Management, Third Party Risk Management and Internal Control.
  • Knowledge of regulations and standards applicable in Financial sector in Mexico (e.g. BANXICO, CNBV, etc).

***Please note that this is a hybrid role requiring office presence at least 3 days per week.


This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family Group:

Technology

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Information Security

------------------------------------------------------

Time Type:

Full time

------------------------------------------------------

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

------------------------------------------------------

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

------------------------------------------------------

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.

View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.