Technology Risk Analyst – Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Remote
United States
Posted 3 weeks ago
This is a remote Technology Risk Analyst role focused on independently assessing and managing technology risks associated with third-party vendors and service providers. As a key member of the Digital Technology Risk Assurance team, this role drives the organization’s overall risk posture by conducting comprehensive evaluations, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring continuous compliance within third-party relationships.
- Location: Remote, United States.
- Experience (Required): 2–4 years in technology risk, cybersecurity, audit, compliance, or third-party risk management.
- Focus: Performing vendor risk assessments, due diligence, ongoing monitoring, and aligning all practices with major industry standards (NIST, ISO 27001).
- Work Style: Proactive individual capable of tackling complex challenges with minimal guidance.
Essential Functions: Vendor Lifecycle and Compliance
The Analyst is responsible for the full lifecycle of technology risk assessment across third-party engagements.
- Vendor Evaluation: Conduct in-depth evaluations of third-party vendors, encompassing their financial stability, operational performance, and adherence to regulatory compliance requirements.
- Risk Identification and Mitigation: Proactively identify potential technology risks and vulnerabilities within third-party relationships, then develop and implement effective mitigation strategies and plans.
- Continuous Monitoring: Implement and maintain continuous monitoring of third-party performance and compliance through regular audits, reviews, and performance assessments.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster strong relationships with internal teams (procurement, legal, IT, and compliance) to ensure a unified approach to third-party risk management (TPRM).
- Alignment: Ensure all TPRM practices are meticulously aligned with established industry standards (NIST, ISO 27001), regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.
- Documentation: Maintain thorough, accurate, and up-to-date records pertaining to all TPRM processes and activities.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
The role requires foundational experience in risk frameworks and strong analytical skills.
- Required Experience:
- 2–4 years in relevant fields (technology risk, cybersecurity, audit, compliance, or TPRM).
- Experience performing vendor risk assessments, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring.
- Working knowledge of risk frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
- Preferred Experience:
- 3+ years of third-party risk management experience, including process or framework improvement.
- Understanding of IT and cybersecurity concepts (cloud, network, application security).
- Experience automating TPRM workflows or using GRC platforms (e.g., ServiceNow).
- Experience managing the full vendor risk lifecycle (onboarding through offboarding).
- Certifications (Preferred): Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CTPRA, or similar.
Job Features
| Job Category | Information Technology, Security |