Enterprise Cybersecurity Supplier and Third Party Cyber Risk SME

Enterprise Cybersecurity Supplier and Third Party Cyber Risk SME

The Opportunity: 

In today's digital age, the potential for cyber incidents among suppliers or third-party vendors represents a significant risk. Leaders in supplier or third-party risk management must possess the expertise to evaluate vendors' susceptibility to cyber threats and their preparedness for mitigating such risks, including implementing processes for assessing vendors' cybersecurity measures, incident response plans, and historical data on breaches or security issues. Leaders must ensure that vendors are equipped to protect sensitive data, prevent cyber-attacks, and respond swiftly to incidents, thereby safeguarding the organization's digital assets. 

Enterprise Cybersecurity (ECS) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Supplier or Third-Party Cyber Risk Analyst to join our ECS Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team. In this role, you will be responsible for protecting the organization's information systems and data from cyber threats posed by suppliers and third-party vendors. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

What You’ll Do: 

• Develop and mature a program that accurately tiers suppliers based on various risk factors and a supplier-based threat model.  

• Establish a systematic process for verifying that suppliers meet contractual obligations and performance standards, including requiring detailed documentation, audits, and certifications that demonstrate compliance with agreed-upon service levels, security protocols, and quality requirements. 

• Evaluate the overall cybersecurity management practices of suppliers by examining the governance structures and cybersecurity policies or frameworks, using criteria and tools for conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements to ensure that suppliers manage risks effectively to meet flow-down requirements of Booz Allen.

• Monitor supplier performance continuously and drive continuous improvement by setting up key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that provide insights into supplier performance and risk levels over time.  

• Manage a supplier or third-party cyber risk register aligned with enterprise risk standards.

• Define and mature regular review cycles, feedback mechanisms, and corrective action plans to address any deviations from expected performance. 

• Assist in developing risk scenarios and provide inputs for threat modeling to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats.

• Assist with cyber risk processes, including risk classification, validation, and accepting, or denying identified risks from various cybersecurity teams.

• Support the preservation, maintenance, review, and publication of cybersecurity policies, specifically relating to supplier or third-party cyber risk.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver required regulatory activities such as the Cybersecurity Compliance and Risk Assessment (CCRA) implementation, and communicate risk findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cyber risk, or cyber governance functions 

• Experience with cybersecurity principles, best practices, and risk frameworks such as NIST 800 series publications, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Standard Information Gathering (SIG), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), United Kingdom Cyber Essentials, or Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR) 

• Experience using Microsoft Office Pro Suite and SharePoint 

• Experience in risk identification, quantification, assessment, and reporting 

• Experience with GRC platforms such as Archer and ServiceNow

• Experience leading a third-party risk program or workstream

• Knowledge of evaluating and assessing suppliers against cybersecurity principles and regulatory compliance for managing a robust program around supplier or third-party risk management

• HS diploma or GED 

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience acting as a Cyber Risk advisor

• Experience with supplier or third-party cyber risk management advising

• Experience with system security plans and compliance requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in a Cybersecurity field 

• CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, and CGEIT Certifications 

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.