Third Party Vendor Risk Management Specialist - Remote

CSAA; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

401(k) with company match

Remote-first culture

Job summary

CSAA Insurance Group is seeking a Remote Third Party Vendor Risk Management Specialist to assess supplier risks and validate their controls, working across Legal, Procurement, and Compliance. This role emphasizes risk profiling, due diligence, and effective communication with senior leaders.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years in risk management or information security, strong collaboration skills, and experience with governance and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 6+ years of related experience including a minimum of 4+ years in Third Party Risk Management or information security.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of third-party relationships across multiple risk domains.
• Perform due diligence on third-party suppliers to meet standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize exposure.
• Collaborate with Legal and Procurement to ensure risk provisions in contracts.
• Prepare and present reports on third-party risk management to senior management.

Skills

Risk management

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Relationship building

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Aravo

Archer

ServiceNow

Coupa Risk Assess

Job description

Third Party Vendor Risk Management Specialist - Remote

Requisition Number

R7986 Third Party Vendor Risk Management Specialist - Remote (Open)

Location

Arizona - Home Teleworkers

Additional Locations

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Job Information

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the leading personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the United States. Here, every employee shapes our mission. We build innovative, human-centered solutions that help AAA members prevent, prepare for, and recover from life's uncertainties. You will join a collaborative, inclusive culture where your strengths have room to grow and your ideas can drive real impact. Step into a role where you can contribute to our shared success through meaningful work.

We are actively hiring for a Third Party Vendor Risk Management Specialist!

Your Role

The Third Party Vendor Risk Management Specialist is responsible for assessing the risk introduced by the nature of the relationship established with our suppliers, and the effectiveness of the suppliers' controls to mitigate that risk to CSAA tolerance. The specialist level will perform supplier profiling, assessment, and issues management using established processes and criteria. The specialist's objectives include supporting risk identification and a reduction in the third-party vendor risk portfolio, improved risk management and better risk outcomes for the enterprise.

Your Work

• Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of third-party relationships to identify and evaluate potential risks across multiple risk domains.
• Due Diligence: Perform due diligence on third-party suppliers to ensure they meet the organization's standards and regulatory requirements.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize the organization's exposure to third-party risks.
• Contract Review: Collaborate with Legal and Procurement teams to ensure appropriate risk mitigation provisions are included in the contract language.
• Reporting and Communication: Prepare and present reports on third-party risk management activities to senior management and relevant stakeholders. Communicate findings, recommendations, and risk mitigation strategies effectively to ensure awareness and understanding across the organization.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to third-party risk management. Ensure the organization's compliance with applicable regulations and proactively address any changes or updates.
• Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on third-party risk management policies, procedures, and best practices. Foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability throughout the organization.
• Support efforts with senior executives, inside and outside the organization, to adopt a more rigorous risk posture and drive third-party vendor risk management and portfolio reduction.

Required Experience, Education and Skills

• A related bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 6+ years of related experience including a minimum of 4 + years' experience in Third Party Risk Management or information security is required.
• Self-directed, able to work independently, as well as within a team.
• Communication skills and relationship building with internal business partners.
• Organizational skills to manage a high volume of simultaneous assessments.
• Knowledge of and experience with third-party risk management governance, policies, and organizational structures
• Understanding of the relevant legal and compliance requirements.

What would make us excited about you?

• Experience or education in information security, cyber security, IT architecture, business continuity, legal, enterprise risk management, or other relevant risk domain.
• Experience in or knowledge of procurement functions.
• Experience in the property casualty insurance industry.
• Familiarity with Aravo, Archer, ServiceNow, Coupa Risk Assess, or similar platform.
• Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., participating in employee resource groups, volunteering, etc.).
• Lives into cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.).
• Travels as needed for role, including divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings.
• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc.

Please note we are hiring for this role remote anywhere in the United States with the following exceptions: Hawaii and Alaska.

Why Choose a Career at CSAA IG?

At CSAA IG, we are a mission-driven organization proudly committed to empowering our members, our employees, and our communities to thrive.

Recognition

We offer a total compensation package, annual bonus eligibility for most roles, 401(k) with a company match, and so much more! Read more about what we offer and what it is like to be a part of our dynamic team at https://careers.csaainsurance.aaa.com/us/en/benefits.

Career Growth

We believe in growth for everyone. Here at CSAA IG, leaders and mentors partner with employees to align interests, unlock development opportunities, and support longterm success.

Flexible Workplace

We embrace a remote-first culture through our Flexible Workplace. Most employees hold Home-Flex roles, working primarily from home, often with the flexibility to work from various locations including CSAA offices. Our flexible workplace empowers you to balance remote work with intentional inperson moments that deepen connection and collaboration.

Inclusion and Belonging

An inclusive and welcoming workplace is the cornerstone of our success. By fostering an environment where people feel valued and heard, we deepen our ability to understand and meet the unique needs of our members. This strengthens innovation and enhances our products and services, giving us a competitive edge in the market.

Sustainability

As climate change leads to more frequent and severe weather events, we are taking bold action to build more resilient communities and reduce our environmental impact.

CSAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or other limitations. If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]

CSAA Insurance Group is an equal opportunity employer.

The national average salary range for this position is $105,345.00-$117,050.00. However, we have a location-based compensation structure. Our salary ranges vary and are calculated based on work location. The starting pay range for this position across all the states we hire in is $105,345.00-$140,550.00. This role also includes an opportunity for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus, through our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), of up to 10% of eligible pay. Colorado Specific Job Range :$105,345.00 - $128,800.00 This job posting will be unposted on Sat, 26 Sep 2026.