The Senior Security Analyst, Financial Systems is a senior member of the GFiT
Governance & Security team and is responsible for leading and executing advanced
security monitoring, risk assessment, and control activities across the GFiT
environment. This role plays a key part in identifying, analyzing, and
mitigating complex security risks impacting financial systems and data, while
ensuring alignment with corporate security standards, ITGC/SOX requirements, and
regulatory expectations.
In addition to hands‑on security operations, the Senior Security Analyst
provides subject‑matter expertise during system implementations, enhancements,
and incident response activities; partners closely with application,
infrastructure, and governance teams; and supports internal and external audits.
This role is expected to operate with a high degree of independence and
contribute to continuous improvement of security processes and controls within
the GFiT environment.
Responsibilities
Security Monitoring & Incident Management
Lead advanced monitoring and analysis of security alerts and logs from
security tools, identifying trends, anomalies, and potential threats
impacting GFiT financial systems.
Perform in‑depth investigation of complex security events and incidents,
including root‑cause analysis, impact assessment, and coordination of
remediation efforts with technical teams.
Serve as an escalation point for higher‑risk or cross‑functional security
issues.
Risk Assessment & Control Oversight
Conduct and support security risk assessments across the GFiT environment,
identifying control gaps and recommending risk‑based remediation
strategies.
Evaluate the security impact of system changes, new applications, and
enhancements, ensuring risks are identified and addressed early in the
lifecycle.
Support ongoing ITGC and SOX control execution related to security
monitoring, access management, and incident response.
Implementation & Change Support
Act as a security subject‑matter expert during implementations of new
applications, integrations, and infrastructure changes, advising on secure
design and configuration.
Review and assess security requirements, technical designs, and change
requests to ensure alignment with corporate security standards and
policies.
Partner with application, infrastructure, and PMO teams to ensure security
considerations are embedded into delivery plans.
Audit, Compliance & Documentation
Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors,
supporting walkthroughs, evidence collection, and remediation discussions
related to financial systems security.
Review and validate security documentation, procedures, and evidence to
ensure audit readiness and consistency.
Identify opportunities to strengthen control design, documentation quality,
and audit efficiency.
Continuous Improvement
Provide guidance to GFiT team members, supporting knowledge sharing and
skill development.
Contribute to the development and refinement of security standards,
procedures, and operational practices within GFiT.
Proactively identify opportunities to improve security monitoring,
reporting, and operational effectiveness and raise to GFiT leadership.
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems
Management or a related field.
Professional certification in compliance or financial systems (e.g., GIFS,
CISM, CEH, SSCP) is preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise
effectively with internal and external security/audit representatives.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT Security, Security Operations, IT
Audit and/or compliance of financial systems.
Proven track record of managing security initiatives and regulatory
assessments.
Experience with security/regulatory standards and best practices in financial
systems.
Familiarity with financial systems and security tools.
This position is classified as “remote.” As a remote role, it allows
employees to work full-time from their home. It may also require regular
travel to Carnival headquarters in Miami, FL for in-office collaboration.
Sourcing of candidates is primarily done in Carnival’s remote hubs of
Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Houston, and Dallas. If the search is extended past
those areas, candidates must be located in one of the following U.S. states:
FL, GA, TX and NC
At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All
non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles
have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to
participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival
provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:
Health Benefits:
Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability
coverage
Financial Benefits:
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Paid Time Off:
Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days
off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be
taken at the employee’s discretion.
Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level
start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.
Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of
hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain
additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each
year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the
number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
Other Benefits:
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises,
plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including
tuition reimbursement
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About Us
Carnival Corporation is the world’s largest leisure travel company, our mission
to deliver unforgettable happiness to our guest through our diverse portfolio of
leading cruise brands and island destinations, including Carnival Cruise Line,
Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America and
Australia; P&O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany;
Costa Cruises in Southern Europe.
Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow
professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that
makes a difference.
In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment
and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this
position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as
well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.
Carnival Corporation and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment
opportunity/affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not
discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color,
national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental,
physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by
applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law.
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