Manager - Third Party Risk Mgmt.

Early Warning®•Scottsdale, AZ

3d•$104,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Early Warning, we’ve powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze℠, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship. Overall Purpose This pivotal role demands a proactive and experienced Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Manager to drive and mature Early Warning's enterprise-wide risk oversight program. Operating within the critical 2nd Line of Defense challenging the 1st Line of Defense, ensuring our vendor ecosystem operates securely, compliantly, and resiliently. This person will champion a culture of accountability and partnership, directly safeguarding EWS through robust enforcement of TPRM policies, meticulous control monitoring, and precise alignment with stringent regulatory expectations, including FFIEC, OCC, and other applicable financial regulations. Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions The second line of defense in Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) is an oversight and support function that helps the first line of defense manage risks effectively and ensures compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Key responsibilities include:

Requirements

Education and/or experience typically obtained through completion of a bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline.
A minimum of 8 + years of direct/ related experience is required
Demonstrated experience in third party risk management, operational risk, or other risk management role with knowledge of third-party regulatory requirements.
Process driven, an excellent communicator and able to develop approaches that scale
Strong attention to detail and highly results oriented.
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence and guide others.
Background and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Prior financial institution experience in third party risk management and an understanding of contractual arrangements with third parties.
Experience in data gathering, analysis and problem-solving skills.
Certified Regulatory Vendor Program Manager (CRVM)
Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP)
Other industry relevant certifications.
Project or Process management experience.
Professional information security certification (e.g. Certified Information Security Manager- CISM, Certified Information Systems Security Professional – CISSP, Certified Information Systems Auditor-CISA, Certified Third Party Risk Professional- CTPRP).
Experience with Shared Assessments Standard Information Gathering Questionnaire (SIG) and processes.

Responsibilities

Establishing the TPRM Framework: Designing, developing, and owning the overall third-party risk management framework, policies, procedures, and tools that guide the organization's risk management efforts.
Providing Guidance and Expertise: Offering support, expertise, and training to the first line (e.g., vendor managers, business units) on how to identify, assess, and manage risks in their daily operations.
Oversight and Monitoring: Monitoring the first line's risk management activities and the implementation of controls to ensure they are operating effectively and consistently across the organization.
Challenging First-Line Assessments: Reviewing and challenging risk assessments, risk mitigation plans, and other deliverables from the first line to ensure quality and thoroughness.
Ensuring Compliance: Identifying applicable laws and regulations, translating them into practical policies, and ensuring that third-party relationships adhere to relevant legal and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001).
Identifying Emerging Risks: Monitoring changes in the internal and external threat landscape to detect new or emerging risks that could impact third-party relationships and adapting strategies accordingly.
Reporting: Consolidating risk information and reporting on the organization's overall risk exposure, control effectiveness, and compliance posture to senior management and the board.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans as well as company contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) or pre-tax savings through flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health & dependent care expenses.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Featuring a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on your first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility.
Paid Time Off – Flexible Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees, as well as generous PTO for Non-Exempt (hourly) employees, plus 11 paid company holidays and a paid volunteer day.
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Maven Family Planning – provides support through your Parenting journey including egg freezing, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, early pediatrics, and returning to work.

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