Cyber Security Associate Managing Consultant, Strategy

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title And Summary
Cyber Security Associate Managing Consultant, Strategy & Transformation, Advisors & Consulting Services

Services is a key differentiator for Mastercard, providing cutting-edge services that help our customers grow. Focused on thinking big and scaling fast around the globe, this agile team is responsible for end-to-end solutions for a diverse global customer base. Centered on data-driven technologies and innovation, these services include consulting, loyalty and marketing programs, business experimentation, and data-driven information and risk management services.

Make an Impact as an Associate Managing Consultant and Cybersecurity Practitioner

As an Associate Managing Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering cybersecurity advisory and implementation projects across diverse industries. You will lead workstreams, manage client relationships, and guide junior team members while contributing to Mastercard's Strategy & Transformation practice. This role combines hands-on cybersecurity expertise with strong consulting skills.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery: Lead workstreams within cybersecurity engagements, ensuring high-quality deliverables and actionable recommendations.

Project Management: Coordinate project activities, manage timelines, and maintain strong client relationships.

Problem Solving: Structure analyses to address complex client challenges and synthesize findings into clear recommendations.

Commercial Support: Identify opportunities for cross-selling Data & Services capabilities and assist with sales and contracting activities.

Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to practice development and Mastercard's knowledge management initiatives.

Core Competencies

• Passion for delivering exceptional results and creating client impact.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and executive presence in client-facing situations.
• Collaborative mindset with a "will-to-win" attitude.
• Commercial orientation and ability to spot growth opportunities.
• Integrity and commitment to Mastercard values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Technology or Cybersecurity.
• 4+ years of Consulting experience in technology field and more specifically in cyber security
• Knowledge of security standards (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, ISO27001, NIST, CIS, CSA) and regulatory frameworks in Europe.
• Hands-on experience in risk assessments, audits, and remediation planning.
• Familiarity with security technologies and processes (cloud security, IAM, SIEM, vulnerability management, etc.).
• Preferred certifications: ISO27001 Lead Auditor, CEH, CCSK, CISA, CISM.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.