Security Risk Coordinator / Analyst ($20K UP)
Our client, a well-known international company, is now looking for Security Risk Coordinator join within their team.
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on and detailed-oriented Security Risk Coordinator / Analyst to join our Technology Risk & Information Security team on a 12-month contract basis.
In this role, you will play a key part in supporting vendor security risk assessments, reviewing security controls, and ensuring continuous assurance across third-party environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor Security Assessments: Conduct end-to-end vendor security evaluations and assurance reviews to identify security risks and control effectiveness.
- Evidence Review: Review security questionnaires, policies, SOC 2 / ISO 27001 reports, certifications, and technical supporting evidence to verify control implementation.
- Risk Tracking & Remediation: Identify security gaps, deficiencies, and residual risks; track remediation action plans with responsible stakeholders through to resolution.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal business units, technical teams, and third-party vendors to clarify assessment responses and gather evidence.
- Audit Trail & Governance: Maintain comprehensive records of assessment findings, exceptions, and action plans to ensure proper audit readiness.
- Continuous Monitoring: Support periodic risk reviews of existing critical vendors and contribute to the enhancement of security assessment templates and methodologies.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Degree or Diploma in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Technology Risk, or a related discipline.
- Experience: 2–4 years of hands-on experience in Information Security, Technology Risk, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), IT Audit, or GRC.
- Hands-on Capability: Practical experience reviewing security questionnaires, control reports (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001), and technical evidence is essential (pure administrative/coordination profiles will not be considered).
- Core Competencies: Good understanding of information security principles, technology risks, and common security control concepts. Exposure to Cloud Security, AI Risk, Application Security, or Operational Resilience is an advantage.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, evidence-driven mindset, and excellent stakeholder management abilities.
- Languages: Good written and spoken English and Cantonese.
- Certifications (Bonus): CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor is an advantage but not mandatory.