Senior Information Security Risk Analyst (3rd Party Vendor Risk)

Warner Bros. Discovery; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery seeks a Senior Information Security Risk Analyst to assess risks across third-party suppliers and communicate findings to business teams.

The role applies global IT security practices to enable informed decisions and governance over vendor relationships. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments, monitoring remediation progress, reviewing supplier contracts, and coordinating with security, legal and business units to ensure robust data protection across the

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in information security with at least 1 year in third party risk management.
• Knowledge of IP network infrastructure (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention), access control, data encryption and physical security; Cloud security knowledge a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to present complex topics in clear, non-technical language.
• Ability to work collaboratively within team and across business and technology functions.
• One or more certifications: CISSP, CRISC, CISA are a nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Use processes to perform 3rd party vendor risk assessments for new and existing vendors.
• Understand services provided by vendor to assess level of risk and scope of assessment.
• Assess vendor controls and communicate deficiencies to business and information security management.
• Report outcomes, risk level and recommendations to remediate issues.
• Conduct peer reviews to ensure findings are consistent and complete.
• Assist with documentation requests for initial and periodic assessments.
• Monitor corrective action plans against timelines.
• Review remediation evidence for closure of findings.
• Review contracts to ensure data security terms are included and provide alternatives if needed.
• Raise escalation when provisions change.

Skills

Vendor risk management

Information security

Risk assessment

Security controls

Contract reviews

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

BS/BA degree

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

*Must work a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite) out of our Atlanta office.*

THE JOB:
The Senior Information Security Risk Analyst will support the assessment of information security risks across all of Warner Bros. Discovery’s (WBD’s) third party suppliers/vendors. This role requires the ability to understand and assess information security risks posed by third parties and clearly communicate those risks to the business. It will apply global IT industry best practices to ensure WBD uses third party information security risk management to foster business-enabling insights.

RISK ASSESSMENTS:

• Use WBD processes and tools to perform 3rd party vendor risk assessments, for new and existing vendors
• Work with business to understand the “what” and “how” of services provided by vendor to assess level of risk and scope of assessment
• Perform timely assessments of Vendor controls to identify, document, and communicate key deficiencies to the business and Information Security management
• Report on assessment outcomes, risk level and associated recommendations to remediate issues
• Perform 2nd-level peer reviews of assessment outputs, prior to reports being finalized, to drive consistency and completeness of findings based on risk of engagement
• Assist with follow-up on documentation requests for initial and periodic assessments

FINDINGS MANAGEMENT:

• Monitor corrective action plans against agreed upon timelines
• Review of remediation evidence for closure of findings

CONTRACT REVIEWS:

• Review contracts to ensure appropriate data security terms are included
• Provide comment and acceptable alternatives to vendor contract revisions, in alignment with defined guidance
• Escalate provision changes, as needed

OTHER:

• Assist with contract intake to ensure pipeline of assessments is managed in a timely and efficient manner
• Provide periodic status updates
• Maintain accurate and complete data within the identified system of record
• Contribute to the team’s continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities and helping to implement them

THE ESSENTIALS:

• BS/BA degree required
• 3-5 years’ experience in information security, with at least one (1) year experience in third party risk management
• Knowledge of IP network infrastructure (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention), access control, data encryption and physical security; Cloud security knowledge a plus
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
• Ability to present complex topics in clear, non-technical language
• Ability to work collaboratively within team and across business and technology functions
• Detail-oriented individual with critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take ownership of and solve problems
• Active learner - able to enhance personal, professional, and business growth through new knowledge and experiences
• Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently within an iterative environment

THE NICE TO HAVES:

• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CRISC, CISA
• 2+ years of prior experience in a related field (media, entertainment, business development or streaming services industry experience a plus)
• Familiarity with streaming and similar products/services
• Experience working in a national or global company

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

*Must work a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite) out of our Atlanta office.*

THE JOB:
The Senior Information Security Risk Analyst will support the assessment of information security risks across all of Warner Bros. Discovery’s (WBD’s) third party suppliers/vendors. This role requires the ability to understand and assess information security risks posed by third parties and clearly communicate those risks to the business. It will apply global IT industry best practices to ensure WBD uses third party information security risk management to foster business-enabling insights.

RISK ASSESSMENTS:

• Use WBD processes and tools to perform 3rd party vendor risk assessments, for new and existing vendors
• Work with business to understand the “what” and “how” of services provided by vendor to assess level of risk and scope of assessment
• Perform timely assessments of Vendor controls to identify, document, and communicate key deficiencies to the business and Information Security management
• Report on assessment outcomes, risk level and associated recommendations to remediate issues
• Perform 2nd-level peer reviews of assessment outputs, prior to reports being finalized, to drive consistency and completeness of findings based on risk of engagement
• Assist with follow-up on documentation requests for initial and periodic assessments

FINDINGS MANAGEMENT:

• Monitor corrective action plans against agreed upon timelines
• Review of remediation evidence for closure of findings

CONTRACT REVIEWS:

• Review contracts to ensure appropriate data security terms are included
• Provide comment and acceptable alternatives to vendor contract revisions, in alignment with defined guidance
• Escalate provision changes, as needed

OTHER:

• Assist with contract intake to ensure pipeline of assessments is managed in a timely and efficient manner
• Provide periodic status updates
• Maintain accurate and complete data within the identified system of record
• Contribute to the team’s continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities and helping to implement them

THE ESSENTIALS:

• BS/BA degree required
• 3-5 years’ experience in information security, with at least one (1) year experience in third party risk management
• Knowledge of IP network infrastructure (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention), access control, data encryption and physical security; Cloud security knowledge a plus
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
• Ability to present complex topics in clear, non-technical language
• Ability to work collaboratively within team and across business and technology functions
• Detail-oriented individual with critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take ownership of and solve problems
• Active learner - able to enhance personal, professional, and business growth through new knowledge and experiences
• Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently within an iterative environment

THE NICE TO HAVES:

• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CRISC, CISA
• 2+ years of prior experience in a related field (media, entertainment, business development or streaming services industry experience a plus)
• Familiarity with streaming and similar products/services
• Experience working in a national or global company

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.