Cyber Program Support - Analyst
Tralee, IE
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.
In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
Role Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Analyst to support the daily operations of the Office of the CISO. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, stakeholder management experience, and a foundational understanding of project management methodologies. The right candidate will play a key role in maintaining operational efficiency, supporting strategic initiatives, and ensuring high standards of project hygiene across cyber programs.
Role Objectives
- Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support, tracking and managing multiple concurrent tasks, deadlines, and deliverables across cyber initiatives.
- Assist in scheduling and coordinating leadership and team meetings, including preparing agendas, capturing minutes, and following up on action items.
- Support the development and maintenance of internal processes and documentation to ensure efficient program operations.
- Support the preparation of materials for internal and external CISO engagements, including executive presentations and reports.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration and continuity across strategic initiatives.
- Step in to represent the Cyber Governance Team when needed, ensuring consistent communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Promote and support good project hygiene across teams, including updating project trackers, dashboards, and documentation.
- Assist in identifying and leveraging industry resources, training opportunities, and working groups relevant to cyber initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience supporting projects or programs, with a foundational understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience engaging stakeholders at various levels.
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving and follow-through.
- Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- 1–2 years of experience in a project coordination, analyst, or administrative support role, ideally within a cybersecurity, technology, or governance environment.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Additional Requirements
SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.