Senior Information Security (GRC) Manager

Company OverviewFanatics is building the leading global digital sports platform to ignite and harness the passions of fans, and maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally. Leveraging these long-standing partnerships, a database of more than 80 million global consumers and a trusted, recognizable brand name, Fanatics is expanding beyond its position as the global leader for licensed sports merchandise to now becoming a next-gen digital sports platform, featuring an array of offerings across the sports ecosystem.  
The Fanatics family of companies currently includes Fanatics Commerce, a vertically-integrated licensed merchandise business that has changed the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel, jerseys, headwear and hardgoods through a tech-infused approach to making and quickly distributing fan gear in today’s 24/7 mobile-first economy; Candy Digital, a digital collectibles company that is partnering with prominent sports properties, including MLB and MLBPA, to build an official NFT ecosystem; Fanatics Trading Cards, a transformative company that is building a new model for the hobby and giving collectors an end-to-end trading cards experience; and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, a mobile betting, gaming and retail sportsbook platform. Additional ventures that will build out Fanatics’ footprint across the broader digital sports landscape will be rolled out soon.  Fanatics’ partners include all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, MLS, PGA) and hundreds of collegiate and professional teams, which include several of the biggest global soccer clubs.  As a market leader with more than 8,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives. At Fanatics, we’re a diverse, passionate group of employees aiming to ignite pride and passion in the fans we outfit, celebrate and support.  We recognize that diversity helps drive and foster innovation, and through our IDEA program (inclusion, diversity, equality and advocacy) at Fanatics we provide employees with tools and resources to feel connected and engaged in who they are and what they do to support the ultimate fan experience.   
The Senior Information Security (GRC) Manager  reports to the Sr. Director of Information Security and is responsible for aligning security initiatives with enterprise programs and business objectives and for ensuring that information assets and technologies are adequately protected.  The Senior Manager will be responsible for driving Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance initiatives on a global level across all regions and for directly supporting M&A activity and Third-Party Risk activities.  In addition to working closely with IT and the Business, regular interaction with internal and external auditors, Legal, Privacy and Ethics officers is also key to the success of the role. 

Duties and responsibilities may include:

• Develops an understanding of Fanatics current and forward-looking threat profile using requirements to improve the Fanatics Information Security Program across Fanatics Holding Inc. (FHI) and all subsidiaries.
• Responsible for supporting Information Security Risk & Compliance functions to implement our global security policies, standards, and controls at FHI and its subsidiaries.
• Responsible for supporting M&A activities, ensuring that appropriate Information Security Due Diligence reviews are performed, risks identified, and mitigation plans enacted with the appropriate teams.
• Responsible for implementing and supporting a consistent Third-Party Information Security Assessment (TPISA) program across FHI and its subsidiaries.
• Protects valuable information and maintains the confidentiality and integrity of data through: 
• Knowledge of security management, network & protocols, data, and application security solutions
• Knowledge of industry trends and current and emerging risks
• Directs risk analysis discussions with global businesses.
• Provides expertise, guidance and advice related to all information security issues.
• Monitors and reviews regulatory updates and issues relative to pertinent security regulatory requirements (such as GDPR, PCI or SOX) and escalates findings appropriately.
• Other relevant duties as directed to support the business.

Required Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Management Systems, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Certificate in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM) preferred. May substitute an equivalent combination of education, experience and other relevant industry certifications. 

Required Skills:

• 8+ years [ML1] of progressive IT experience in a combination of Risk Management, Information Security and IT roles.
• Knowledge of applicable industry frameworks, regulations, or contractual rules (e.g. ISO27001, GDPR, PCI, SOX, etc.), and expertise in Information Security best practices and implementing Information Security Frameworks.
• Risk management experience with proven ability to effectively apply risk principles to challenging business situations.
• Impeccable executive presentation and communication skills.
• Excellent influencing and problem resolution skills.
• Global experience preferred.
• Positive and flexible attitude to work in a fast-paced environment and a willingness to embrace new initiatives.           
• Strong report writing skills with the ability to gather, evaluate and analyze relevant information while structuring e material in a logical and coherent manner

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud.  Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants.  Fanatics recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @fanatics.com or @fanatics.co.uk email address.  For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers
Tryouts are open at Fanatics! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.
Fanatics is committed to responsible planning and purchasing (RPP) practices, working with its business partners across its global and multi-layered supply chain, to ensure that planning, sourcing, and purchasing decisions, along with other supporting processes, do not impede or conflict with the fulfillment of Fanatics’ fair labor practices.
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