Position: Cyber Security - Third Party Risk Management Lead Location: Dublin city centre (Hybrid) one day per week... Read more
Position: Cyber Security - Third Party Risk Management Lead
Location: Dublin city centre (Hybrid) one day per week onsite
Sector: Public
Overview:
A leading public sector client is seeking a Cyber Security Third Party Risk Management Lead to join their growing cyber risk team. This is a key role for someone who thrives on building robust frameworks, managing vendor risk, and ensuring third-party relationships meet the highest security and compliance standards.
You'll work cross-functionally with procurement, legal, IT, and business units to assess, monitor, and mitigate third-party risks. If you're passionate about cybersecurity, risk governance, and making a real impact in a critical infrastructure environment-this could be your next move.
What You'll Be Doing:
You will be leading the development and enhancement of the third-party risk management (TPRM) framework.You will be conducting in-depth risk assessments on vendors, including AI, OT, IoT, and ML technologies.You will be designing and implementing a streamlined onboarding process using automation and interactive tools.You will be collaborating with internal teams to tier suppliers based on risk and business impact.You will be performing due diligence reviews, including analysis of SOC2, ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, and other security reports.You will be monitoring and managing vendor risk profiles, remediation plans, and compliance documentation.You will be reviewing technical security architecture and identifying vulnerabilities in collaboration with IT architecture teams.You will be integrating TPRM into procurement and contract processes.You will be analysing daily threat intelligence and vulnerability reports.You will be presenting risk insights and trends to senior leadership.You will be ensuring compliance with GDPR, ISO, NIST, and other relevant standards.What You'll Bring:
You will have 5+ years in third-party risk, cybersecurity, or IT compliance roles.You will have a degree in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or a related field.You will have certifications like CISM, CISA, CISSP, or CRISC (preferred).You will have a strong understanding of TPRM frameworks and regulatory standards.You will have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.You will have experience with risk assessment tools and methodologies.You will have the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and lead third-party cyber risk practices in a high-impact, national organisation. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, security, and resilience. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a strong benefits package.
The Next Step for you: Should this position be of interest to you, please forward your CV to Oisín Geoghegan at GCS Recruitment at [email protected] or call on 019014378
GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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