Information Security Engineer - Graduate Program (Feb 2025)

Who is Mastercard? 

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realise their greatest potential. 

Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. 

The Mastercard Launch program is aimed at early career talent, to help you develop skills and gain cross-functional work experience. Over a period of 18 months, Launch participants will be assigned to a business unit, learn and develop skills, and gain valuable on the job experience. 

Overview 

The Information Security team is looking for an Information Security Engineer I, responsible for collaborating with technical and business stakeholders advising on our security standards, policies and industry trends to help the business and customers succeed. The candidate will also be responsible for providing technical guidance as part of product and engineering design review sessions. This role will also involve developing and building strong relationships to share knowledge and influence security objectives while being inclusive to all stake holders.

Role 

In this role you will:

• Develop an understanding of security policies and regulatory compliance (i.e. PCI, GDPR)
• Develop technical aptitude on complex technologies and strategies.
• Support Senior Engineer & Engineer team members on project-related tasks and implementations.
• References security policies, industry best practices, and compliance requirements
• Ability to learn new and complex technologies and strategies.
• Responds and completes business as usual activities as defined by their job responsibilities.
• Supports the creation of front-line metrics to ensure all controls are being met as defined.

All About You: 

The ideal candidate for this position should: 

• Graduating Seniors – class of 2024.
• Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Have had some exposure to security, including network and internet systems security.
• Experience in technical skills (i.e code development, platform management, sys admin, etc..), understanding of security services (authentication, vulnerability management, security log monitoring), and softer communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in order to meet project constraints (budget, deadlines, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to working collaboratively in a team atmosphere.

Please note: that unfortunately, Mastercard does not sponsor immigration visas for graduate roles at this time. Please ensure that you have full, unrestricted working rights to qualify for this position (AU/NZ Permanent Residents & Citizens only).

Working at Mastercard

Our culture offers a world of Priceless possibilities. It’s a culture of purpose, belonging and knowing that the work you do matters. We cultivate an environment for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. Mastercard was recently named number 20 in the top 100 graduate programs by GradAustralia, and number 5 in Technology companies. 

At Mastercard, you get flexibility and choice to meet your needs, and commitment to your personal and professional growth. It’s about bringing your authentic self to work.

Our benefits include:

• Hybrid work (i.e. 2office3home). Work where suits you and your team best.
• 'Work from elsewhere' or in one of our 210 offices worldwide for 4 weeks a year.
• Paid volunteering leave to make difference in your community.
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and counselling services to boost your mind, body, and spirit.
• We got you covered for health insurance, travel Insurance and accidental insurance.
• Resource and funding assistance for personal and professional growth.
• A generous and inclusive parental leave policy.

You can also join one of our business resource groups (BRGs) to connect with your colleagues and make a lasting impact in an area that you are passionate about!