Job Description

Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl
We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Are you passionate about security and looking for an exciting role where you can make a difference
If so, we have an opportunity for you! As a Security Specialist at Kyndryl, you will play a crucial role in enabling and securing our HR systems, tools and ecosystems.
The role involves supporting the development and implementation of a comprehensive security strategy for HR data usage across all systems, ensuring both role-based and layer-based security controls. It includes managing the security of HR systems, such as Workday, ADP, Concur, etc to maintain data integrity and secure our platforms. Regular risk assessments are conducted to identify vulnerabilities, with mitigation strategies developed and implemented accordingly. The position also requires enforcing data protection measures, including encryption and access controls, and performing risk assessments for both HR and non-HR systems. Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions are implemented to monitor and control access to HR data. Continuous monitoring mechanisms are established to detect anomalies and adapt to evolving security policies. The role supports the design and implementation of automated systems for managing security access, ensuring efficient and secure access control. It also involves assessing downstream systems that handle employee and HR data to ensure compliance with security standards and seamless integration with HR platforms. Collaboration with HR, IT, and other departments is essential to embed security measures across all HR operations. Additionally, the role includes preparing and presenting regular reports on HR system security activities, incidents, and improvements to senior management.
If you have a passion for security - governance, risk and compliance, are looking for a challenging and dynamic role, and want to work with a team of like-minded individuals, then we want to hear from you! Join us as a Security Specialist and help us secure the future of our clients' organizations.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
The Human Resources Security Lead will assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive security strategy for HR data across all HR and non-HR systems. This role involves supporting the creation of a role-based and layer-based security framework, including a Security Automation management system. The Lead will oversee day-to-day security operations within the HR department, focusing on the protection of sensitive employee data and HR systems.
Required Skills & Key Responsibilities:

• Support Security Strategy Development: Assist in designing and implementing a security strategy for HR data usage across all systems, ensuring role-based and layer-based security.
• HR System Security Management: Manage the security of HR systems, including but not limited to Workday, ADP, One Model, etc. ensuring data integrity and protection against cyber threats
• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities within HR systems. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Data Protection: Implement and maintain data encryption, access controls, and other security measures to protect sensitive employee information. Enforce data protection measures and conduct risk assessments for HR and non-HR systems.
• IAM Solutions: Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions to monitor access to HR data.
• Continuous Monitoring: Implement continuous monitoring mechanisms to detect threats and regularly review evolving policies.
• Automation of Security Access: Assist in designing and implementing automated systems for managing security access to HR data and systems, ensuring efficient and secure access control.
• Downstream System Assessment: Assess downstream systems that include employee and HR data to ensure they meet security standards and integrate seamlessly with HR systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with HR, IT, and other departments to integrate security measures into all aspects of HR operations.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on HR system security activities, incidents, and improvements to senior management.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Education: Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in data security and privacy management, preferably in Workday or other HR systems/tools.

Preferred Skills:

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with various departments and present reports to senior management.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in security technologies, strategy & policies, and automated security access tools.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with HR, IT, and other departments to ensure integrated security measures.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail to ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.

Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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