Cybersecurity Third-Party Risk Management Consultant

Guidehouse•McLean, VA

2d•$85,000 - $141,000

About The Position

Lead third-party risk management operations, ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity mandates. Conduct thorough risk assessments of potential third party vendors to identify risks and potential impacts to client organizations. Manage, monitor, and remediate third-party risk across NIH/HHS systems and coordinate timely mitigation activities. Conduct training and provide guidance to stakeholders on industry trends related to third party risk management. Manage and maintain related procedures based on third-party risk management industry trends. Develop KPI metrics for third-party risk and compliance tracking.

Requirements

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.
Minimum of THREE (3) years of cybersecurity or IT risk management experience, candidates with experience focused on third-party risk management are preferred.
Knowledge: Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53, and FISMA requirements.
Soft Skills: Strong communication and analytical thinking; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Tools: Familiarity with ServiceNow, Jira, GRC tools
Certifications: Active CompTIA Security+ CE preferred. Other certifications (CISSP, CEH, or cloud-related) are a plus.
Prior experience within a federal or HHS environment.

Responsibilities

Lead third-party risk management operations, ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity mandates.
Conduct thorough risk assessments of potential third party vendors to identify risks and potential impacts to client organizations.
Manage, monitor, and remediate third-party risk across NIH/HHS systems and coordinate timely mitigation activities.
Conduct training and provide guidance to stakeholders on industry trends related to third party risk management.
Manage and maintain related procedures based on third-party risk management industry trends.
Develop KPI metrics for third-party risk and compliance tracking.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend