Vendor Risk Analyst (Entry Level)

Rippling; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days PTO

11 paid federal holidays

401(k) with 4% company match

Monthly healthcare stipend

Weekly team lunches and snacks

Job summary

Agency Cybersecurity in Richmond, VA is seeking a Junior Analyst to join the Vendor Management team. This entry-level role focuses on managing vendor relationships and coordinating cybersecurity questionnaires to ensure third-party partners meet security standards.

You will support onboarding, track questionnaires, follow up on responses, review vendor submissions, and maintain records, collaborating with internal teams for timely approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of work experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Comfortable using Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support the vendor onboarding process, including documentation and administrative tasks.
• Distribute, track, and manage security questionnaires to vendors.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely responses and completion of questionnaires.
• Perform initial review and basic analysis of vendor responses.
• Maintain accurate records in the vendor management system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely approvals and escalations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Cybersecurity interest

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Agency Cybersecurity is fast growing ventured back startup that provides best-in-class cybersecurity and compliance. Our software and services simplify complex compliance frameworks including SOC2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and others, empowering businesses to scale securely and confidently. We're backed by top tier investors like Y Combinator and have offices in NYC, Boston, Richmond, and London.

Position Type: Hourly, Full Time

Experience Level: Entry Level

Compensation: $15 - $20 per hour

About the Role:

We’re seeking an organized, detail-oriented Junior Analyst to join our Vendor Management team. In this entry-level role, you’ll help manage vendor relationships and coordinate cybersecurity questionnaires to ensure our third-party partners comply with security and compliance standards. This is a great first role in cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the vendor onboarding process, including documentation and administrative tasks.
• Distribute, track, and manage security questionnaires to vendors.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely responses and completion of questionnaires.
• Perform initial review and basic analysis of vendor responses.
• Maintain accurate records in the vendor management system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely approvals and escalations.

Requirements:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Comfortable working with standard office tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office).
• Interest in cybersecurity, compliance, or risk management is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of work experience

We believe in rewarding hard work with meaningful perks that support your growth, health, and well-being.

• 10 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 11 paid federal holidays
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Monthly healthcare stipend
• Weekly team lunches and in-office snacks