Vendor Security Analyst
Role summary
Cyber Focus AII is seeking a Vendor Security Analyst to join a technology and social media company. This role involves performing vendor security assessments, supporting the vendor security program, and remediating security issues. The position requires 3+ years of experience in vendor security risk analysis and familiarity with compliance frameworks like PCI, GDPR, and SOC2. The company offers a flexible work arrangement with minimal in-office requirements (1-2 times per quarter), up to $216,468 USD salary, and eligibility for equity compensation. This is an individual contributor role focused on enhancing third-party risk management.
Cyber Focus AII's mission is to help cybersecurity professionals discover cutting-edge opportunities in their field. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Cyber Focus AI does not hire for these roles—we use advanced technology to locate and verify them from actual employers.
Employer Industry: Technology and Social Media
Why Consider This Job Opportunity
- Salary up to $216,468 USD
- Eligible for equity compensation
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Flexible work arrangement with minimal in-office requirements (1-2 times per quarter)
- Work in a collaborative and innovative environment focused on security improvements
What To Expect (Job Responsibilities)
- Perform vendor security assessments to minimize risk from third-party services
- Support the Vendor Security lead in maintaining and improving the vendor security program
- Identify, communicate, and remediate vendor security issues to an acceptable level of risk
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for High Priority Vendor Security Reviews
- Manage the Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) for Vendor Security in the absence of the Vendor Security Lead
What Is Required (Qualifications)
- 3+ years of experience performing vendor security risk analysis for new and existing vendors
- Experience supporting the design, management, and implementation of security programs and best practices
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as PCI, GDPR, SOC2, ISO27001, NIST CSF
- Strong understanding of various security domains
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience
How To Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead meetings and audit-type interviews with vendors
- Strong sense of ownership and comfort with autonomy and ambiguity
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