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Citizens · 9 hours ago

Information Security Specialist

One Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, RI, 02919, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Citizens is seeking an Information Security Specialist to support the execution of cybersecurity initiatives that enhance the organization's security posture. The role involves assisting with policy development, client assurance, and planning security awareness events while collaborating with various internal teams.

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Responsibilities

Assist in drafting, editing, and maintaining cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures. Help ensure documentation is clear, consistent, and aligned with regulatory and organizational requirements

Support the facilitation and documentation of Information Security Business Impact Assessments by working with business units to gather and organize input

Help prepare responses to client security questionnaires and due diligence requests, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery

Contribute to the planning and execution of awareness campaigns, including drafting communications, coordinating logistics, and tracking engagement. This may include engaging with colleagues, facilitating sessions, and representing the security team in a visible, interactive role

Organize and maintain documentation to support audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews. Track deliverables and follow up with stakeholders as needed

Assist in collecting and organizing data for cyber maturity assessments, helping to identify trends and support reporting

Work closely with internal teams including Privacy, Legal, Compliance, Third Party and Risk to ensure alignment and smooth execution of the Policy and Program teams initiatives

Create clear, professional documentation to support transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making

Qualification

Cybersecurity principlesRegulatory requirementsWriting skillsCollaboration skillsGRC tools familiarityCritical thinkingAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Communications, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

3+ years of experience in a cybersecurity, risk, compliance, or program support role

Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, GLBA, FFIEC)

Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Critical thinking, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills

Preferred

Experience supporting awareness or training programs is a plus

Familiarity with GRC tools or security documentation platforms is a plus

Company

Citizens

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At Citizens, we recognize that the journey to accomplishment is no longer linear and that individuals are made of all they have done and all they are going to do.

Founded in 1828

Providence, Rhode Island, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.citizensbank.com/

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