About this opportunity
Mastercard Inc. lists this Associate Analyst, Security Infrastructure Engineering & Architecture, Launch Program 2027 – St. Louis, MO, US opportunity in o’fallon, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we are helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Associate Analyst, Security Infrastructure Engineering & Architecture, Launch Program 2027 – St. Louis, MO, US
Why join Mastercard’s Launch Program? Throughout this 18-month program, you’ll develop the ability to connect ideas, people, and markets to drive commercial impact. Through hands-on experiences, cross-functional projects, and structured learning opportunities, you’ll gain exposure to multiple areas of Mastercard's business while building broad business acumen and a global perspective. You’ll collaborate with teams across functions, contribute to strategic initiatives, and strengthen the skills needed to solve complex business challenges. This experience will help you build a well-rounded commercial mindset and prepare you for a variety of career paths across Mastercard's global organization.
About the team
Data Security protects Mastercard's information assets by establishing classification standards, implementing loss prevention controls, advancing DSPM capabilities, and enabling secure use of data across the enterprise. The team provides governance, visibility, and enforcement capabilities to reduce data exposure risk while supporting business innovation and regulatory compliance.
What we’re looking for
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or accelerated Master’s degree, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027
Previous internship in cybersecurity working with large and complex data sets
Demonstrated knowledge of AI technologies and tools through hands-on projects, research, coursework, or practical application
Strong interest in cybersecurity, evidenced by involvement in student organizations, Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, personal projects, industry events, or pursuit of relevant certifications
Eagerness to continuously learn and stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply technical concepts to real-world security challenges
This role is not eligible for Mastercard’s work authorization sponsorship. As such, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States, now as well as in the future, without employer sponsorship. For example, students or recent graduates in the United States on an F1 visa (including those with CPT or OPT authorization) are not eligible for this role
Base Salary: $100,000
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include:
Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account
Paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave)
80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire
10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
401k with a best-in-class company match
Deferred compensation for eligible roles
Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
Eligibility for tuition reimbursement
and many more
Mastercard benefits for interns generally include:
56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
Jury duty leave
On-site fitness facilities in some locations
Everyone wants easier ways to pay; we invent them. Checkout lines are slow; we speed them along. Merchants want more sales; we give them data and insights. People need financial access; we connect them. Corporate purchasing is complicated; we make it simple. Commuters are busy; we speed them on their way. Governments need greater efficiencies; we help create them. Small businesses are virtual; we give them access to a world of buyers. Retailers want to fight fraud; we provide the tools.
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Who can apply
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