Our client is looking for a DISO Access Control Specialist to support their team, onsite in Weehawken, NJ a minimum of 3 days per week, full time, for about 7 months.
Summary
The DISO Access Control Specialist plays a key role within the Business Risk Organization, supporting day-to-day Access Management and Cyber/Information Security operations. This individual ensures proper governance of entitlements, evaluates access risks, and collaborates across business and technology teams to uphold strong access control practices. They will support global and regional security initiatives, with daily operations aligned to U.S. time zones. This role requires strong analytical skills, careful attention to detail, proficiency navigating access management tools, and the ability to communicate effectively across multiple stakeholder levels.
Requirements
- Bachelors or Associate degree in business or technology field.
- 4+ years of overall experience in data analysis, DISO, or similar functions.
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in access control management within a Financial Services or highly-regulated organization.
- Basic IT knowledge preferred.
- Strong diligence, attention to detail, and ability to follow through on tasks.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables), PowerPoint, and SharePoint site maintenance.
- Ability to work independently in an ambiguous, fast-changing environment.
- Candidates must have access to a reliable laptop or desktop computer. Company equipment is not provided for this role.
DISO Access Control Specialist will:
- Execute daily Access Management and Cyber/Information Security tasks, including reviewing and approving entitlement requests.
- Review and assess exceptions and risks across domains such as Internet access, Client Data, and critical business applications.
- Manage internet user access exceptions, reviewing requests for appropriateness and compliance.
- Oversee the creation, modification, and retirement of entitlements.
- Support line managers, role owners, and application owners in the ongoing maintenance of user entitlements.
- Navigate Access Management tools, including enhancements and stability updates based on control requirements and business changes.
- Maintain shared drives, SharePoint sites, documentation, and operational materials for various initiatives.
- Maintain procedures and ensure relevant pages and resources remain current.
- Manage project plans and schedules related to third-party entitlements, ensuring alignment with overall strategy.
- Reconcile third-party access rights and track entitlement processes as needed.
- Create and maintain metrics and reporting that support ongoing access management and risk monitoring.
In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data, including financial information. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.
Benefits
Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.