Job Abstract

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity: 

The Senior Analyst, GRC role is to assist the development and improvement of the IT compliance programs by determining the effectiveness, adequacy, and efficiency of IT general controls. This position requires knowledge of and testing practices related to IT general controls, network operating environments, network components, information technology infrastructures, operating systems, servers, information security management, relational database management systems, program changes, web applications, BCP/DR, and systems development life cycles. The Senior Analyst, GRC must understand and apply IT frameworks and standards (i.e. COSO) and have the ability to assess financial, operational, and regulatory risks as they relate to the use of information technology. The Senior Analyst, GRC is responsible for managing and prioritizing assignments based on the fast paced and changing environment while also ensuring high quality work product and adherence to deadlines. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, analytical abilities, and attention to detail are required.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Facilitate applicable information security audits, including SOC1, SOX, and PCI.
• Understand the business processes, internal control risk management, and IT general controls (ITGCs) to be able to test applications, operating systems, and databases.
• Work with management to design and test controls (i.e, ITGC, interfaces, key reports) for new applications.
• Conduct walkthroughs with control owners and application teams to document their control processes in narratives.
• Support internal and external auditors to escalate follow-ups.
• Work with control owners and application teams to identify root cause of identified deficiencies and to develop appropriate remediation plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

What We’re Looking For: 

• 3+ years experience in IT Audit, Risk management, Compliance or Consulting (i.e. Big 4 or equivalent)
• Industry recognized security certifications (e.g., CISA or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of IT GRC platforms (RSA Archer, Auditboard)
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $108,000 and $130,000
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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