Analyst GRC

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 Team:
Be a part of an organization that is modernizing and transforming its IT platforms, processes, and skills to accelerate Mattel’s strategy to unlock a world of tech-enhanced 360-degree play experiences! Mattel’s Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Team is part of the Global Technology Organization (GTO). The GRC team is responsible for managing IT general controls and conducting audits for SOC1, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and PCI. GRC also establishes and promotes security and standards throughout Mattel, conducts vendor/supply chain security risk assessments, and manages IT risk exceptions.

The Opportunity: 

Mattel is establishing and developing a technology and innovation center that will contribute to a robust internal control environment. As a result, Mattel is currently seeking an Analyst to join its GRC team at the new center.

The GRC Analyst will support the organization’s governance, risk, and compliance programs by ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and leading-edge industry standards. This role involves assessing risks, monitoring compliance controls, conducting audits, and working closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen the organization’s security and compliance posture.

What Your Impact Will Be: ​​​​​​​

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining corporate policies, procedures, and standards for security, risk, and compliance.
• Support governance initiatives to align IT and business strategies with compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO, NIST, SOX).
• Identify, assess, and monitor operational, IT, and cybersecurity risks.
• Conduct risk assessments and document mitigation plans.
• Maintain and track the organization’s risk register, escalating significant risks to leadership.
• Support compliance audits (internal and external) and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with auditors and provide required evidence and documentation.
• Monitor ongoing compliance with SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or other applicable regulations.
• Assist in testing internal controls and developing corrective actions for identified gaps.
• Track compliance with access management, incident response, and data protection requirements.
• Maintain documentation of controls and compliance evidence repositories.
• Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

What We’re Looking For: 

• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years experience in IT Audit, Risk management, Compliance or Consulting (i.e. Big 4 or equivalent)
• Certification as a CISM, CISSP, or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM), or other GIAC or related security certification(s) desired. Knowledge of IT GRC platforms (e.g., AuditBoard).
• Working knowledge of data quality frameworks, validation methods, and governance best practices.
• Preferred Skills (Optional):
• Experience with SQL for data transformation and complex querying.
• Experience in Agile Methodologies like Scrum and Kanban.
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices, Git-based workflows, and infrastructure automation tools.
• Google Big Query used as a centralized data warehousing and analytics platform.
• Python for scripting, data processing, and integration logic.

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving and analytical mindset with the ability to think broadly and identify innovative solutions and able to quickly learn new technologies, programming languages, and frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Self-motivating and independent.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. 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 collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

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

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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