Vendor Risk Leader — End-to-End Security & Compliance

DFO Referrals; Westport (CT); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical premiums

Friday summer hours

Monthly community happy hours

Free catered food services

Generous PTO offering

Gym reimbursement

150% 401(k) match up to $7,500

Job summary

DFO Referrals, based in Westport, CT, is seeking a Vendor Risk Manager to oversee the third-party risk lifecycle. The role emphasizes evaluating and managing vendor security across various domains, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation strategies are implemented effectively.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in vendor risk management, strong analytical skills, and a technical background in cybersecurity frameworks. This position offers a competitive salary range of $175,000–$260,000 along with a rich benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in vendor risk management and cybersecurity.
• Ability to manage the full vendor risk lifecycle.
• Experience leading end-to-end TPRM programs.

Responsibilities

• Own the Vendor Risk Management (VRM) program end-to-end.
• Lead vendor risk assessments and document findings.
• Evaluate vendor security controls and maintain compliance.
• Advise on vendor integration architecture.

Skills

Third-party risk management

Risk assessment

Cybersecurity architecture

Stakeholder management

Program leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or related discipline

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

OWASP

MITRE ATT&CK

Job description

DFO Referrals, based in Westport, CT, is seeking a Vendor Risk Manager to oversee the third-party risk lifecycle. The role emphasizes evaluating and managing vendor security across various domains, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation strategies are implemented effectively.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in vendor risk management, strong analytical skills, and a technical background in cybersecurity frameworks. This position offers a competitive salary range of $175,000–$260,000 along with a rich benefits package.