Vendor Risk Assessment Analyst, Deloitte Global Technology

Job Type: Permanent 
Work Model: Hybrid 
Reference code: 130111   
Primary Location: Toronto, ON  
All Available Locations: Toronto, ON; Ottawa, ON

Our Purpose

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By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

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Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.

What will your typical day look like?

The Deloitte Global Cybersecurity function is responsible for the firm’s overall objectives of enhancing data protection, standardizing and securing critical infrastructure and gaining cyber visibility through security operations centers. We are seeking a Vendor Risk Assessment Analyst to join the team. 

The VRA Analyst will participate in and lead assessments of vendor risk, develop mitigation plans and partner with internal stakeholders to manage responsibility. 

 In this role you will:

• Prepare and complete risk assessments and assist with policy, regulatory and accreditation audit preparation
• Help lead and support continuous improvement, implementation, and deployment of a common and consistent vendor risk management (VRM) program to effectively manage vendor risk in accordance with internal policy and Federal/ State Regulatory requirements
• Facilitate workflow and record keeping within the VRA platform (ServiceNow)
• Help develop and document workflow processes to ensure data & system controls are adequate, meet internal baselines and optimize current processes to meet emerging risks
• Provide guidance to the business, procurement and other stakeholders to ensure requirements of VRM are fully understood
• Support development and execution of a robust communication and training plan to facilitate the effective application and awareness of VRM
• Monitor risk findings, remediate resolution including development and execution of corrective action plans, and ensure follow-on reporting and monitoring
• Contribute to development of terms and security specific contract language and security clauses related to risk mitigation
• Perform data analytics & reporting activities.
• Provide & maintain vendor risk reporting mechanisms, and track and report outcomes from vendor management activities.
• Improve awareness of operational risks faced by Business from vendor failure/poor performance and work with Strategic Sourcing/Legal/Business to mitigate any losses through vendor compensation achieved through establishment of robust contracts

About the team

Deloitte Technology works at the forefront of technology development and processes to support and protect Deloitte around the world. In this truly global environment, we operate not in "what is" but rather "what can be" to help Deloitte deliver and connect with its clients, its communities, and one another in ways not previously conceived.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Required:

• Experience working in Cyber Risk, Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Internal Audit, and/or Controls related function
• Familiarity with application, server, and network security
• At least 3 years of Information Security, Risk Assessment or IT audit experience
• Working familiarity with Vendor Risk Assessments and production of Risk Analysis Reports
• Experience in management of vulnerability and/or risk remediation
• Specific knowledge of and experience with applicable concepts and methodologies such as continuous quality improvement and auditing experience
• Deep familiarity with risk assessments and threat models
• Strong familiarity with ISO27000 standards and ISO27002 controls standards
• Experience with Archer, ServiceNow or another industry standard enterprise Vendor Risk Assessment solution
• Strong knowledge and working understanding of information security legal and regulatory requirements, such as Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Payment Card Industry/Data Security Standard
• Strong working familiarity with common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC
• 27001, COBIT, and NIST, including 800-53 and the Cybersecurity Framework
• Working familiarity with the NIST 800-30 standard for Risk Assessment

• Bachelor’s degree: preferably in an information technology-related field of study, or equivalent years of experience required

Preferred:

• Professional IT or Security Management certification
• One or more of CISA or CRMA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, GIAC certifications
• 5+ years of Information Security, Risk Assessment or IT audit experience

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $69,000 - $114,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth.  Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

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We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative.

We encourage you to connect with us at accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or indigenouscareers@deloitte.ca  for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

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