Third-Party Cybersecurity Risk Manager

Caterpillar•East Peoria, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Third‑Party Cybersecurity Risk Manager will leverage expertise in third‑party risk practices to strengthen and sustain the enterprise’s Cybersecurity Third‑Party Risk Management program. This role requires strong leadership to guide a high‑performing team, balance daily operations with continuous improvement, and ensure the integrity of assessment data, processes, and tools. Success in this role depends on excellent communication, cross‑functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects while supporting enterprise growth and resilience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Active, nationally recognized cybersecurity certifications (CTPRP, CISSP, CISM, CRISC)
Demonstrated ability in leading a team
Strong knowledge and practical application of third-party risk management concepts (e.g. industry standard TPRM security control questionnaires, SOC2 Type 2, etc.)
Proven project management experience with multiple concurrent projects
Ability to adjust to multiple demands, changing priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change, while multitasking effectively
Process-oriented and strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to explain complex issues to technical and non-technical users across the enterprise
Strong collaboration and coordination skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to interact effectively with senior management

Nice To Haves

Experience managing a Cybersecurity Third-Party Risk Management program
Experience in reviewing cybersecurity language in legal contracts
Experience in the complexities of working in a large global organization
PMP or other project management certification

Responsibilities

Deliver cybersecurity expertise and leadership for the advancement, execution and sustainability of the Cybersecurity Third-Party Risk Management program, processes and supporting tools
Effectively lead and motivate a team of 4-15 resources to perform to their highest potential by serving as a strong leader and role model
Effectively balance cyber hygiene, day-to-day operations, incremental improvement, and future-focused projects in a manner which reduces risk and facilitates enterprise efforts to achieve expanded offerings, services growth, and sustainability
Manage project planning and execution covering project charters, communications, metrics, reporting, and the overall project plan with timelines and deliverables
Review cybersecurity language within legal contracts to ensure alignment with enterprise requirements
Establish appropriate goals and objectives for the team in alignment with the Cybersecurity strategy and in support of overall organizational goals
Foster collaborative working relationships with security stakeholders across Caterpillar and guide the team to provide exceptional customer experience
Ensure third party assessment data integrity and quality control
Regularly review and gain insights from data and metrics
Increase awareness, understanding and integration of the program into enterprise supply chain risk management efforts