IS Security Risk Manager - Florham Park, NJ

Job Field: ITSE - Information Technology & Services
Location: Florham Park, NJ, US
Company: BASF Corporation
Job Type: Standard
Job ID: EN_US_1704294

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in, and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development. And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America’s Best Employers in 2016. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future! Where the Chemistry Happens… The IS Security Risk Manager is the owner of the IS security risk management process and is responsible for determining security compliance for an application or service. This includes reviewing all pertinent documents while working with project managers, application owners, and Security colleagues to ascertain scope and orchestrate support of all IS Security Risk Assessment needs. S/he will also ensure the existing policy framework is current and applicable, and that the IS Security Risk Management process is aligned with other risk management processes. The IS Security Risk Manager is the first contact to address escalations within the IS Security Risk Management Process, and is responsible for communicating the results of IS Risk Assessments, with direction on mitigation strategies or further steps towards risk acceptance (exception). IS Security Risk Manager (1704294) – Florham Park, NJ Formula for Success: You Will…

• Provide analysis and evaluation of risks.
• Identify knock-on effects, dependencies, cumulative risks, and root cause.
• Recommend risk treatment plans and monitor their implementation.
• Learn from problems and identify potentials for improvements.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You… Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry. The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You…

• Bachelor's degree is required; a degree in Business Administration, Information Systems or related discipline is preferred, combined with at least 5 years of experience in IT, IT Security, and/or IT Risk Management; advanced degree is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills to explain and communicate complex risks and findings to various stakeholders within BASF.
• Experience in project management delivery and methodologies.
• Excellent relationship building skills; ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to apply Risk analyses and evaluation, good practice and standard methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of cloud technology preferred.
• Knowledge in business process modelling.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation is a plus.

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