Risk Management Analyst

Are you experienced in supplier risk, compliance, or information security? We're looking for a Third-Party Assurance Analyst to help assess and manage security and privacy risks across our supplier network, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and protecting critical business services. What you'll be doing:

Assess new and existing suppliers for security and privacy risks

Review questionnaires, evidence, and contracts to identify gaps and controls

Support supplier onboarding, renewals, and ongoing assurance activities

Track remediation actions and risk mitigation plans

Escalate key risks and provide clear recommendations to stakeholders

Support assurance activities for mergers & acquisitions (M&A)

Work closely with Security, Privacy, Risk, and Compliance teams

What we're looking for

Experience in supplier assurance, risk management, compliance, or audit

Understanding of third-party risk and data protection requirements

Knowledge of ISO 27001, ISO 27701, NIST, or similar frameworks

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to assess controls and present findings clearly

Relevant certifications (CISA, CRISC, CIPP/E) desirable

What's in it for you?

Work within a collaborative security and compliance function

Exposure to complex supplier, regulatory, and client environments

Opportunity to influence risk decisions and improve assurance processes

Please note: SC Clearance will be required for longer-term appointments due to the sensitivity of information handled.

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