Third-Party Risk Management Specialist (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Third-Party Risk Management Specialist (Cybersecurity): Executing risk management programs for third-party vendors with an accent on cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Focus on conducting comprehensive security reviews, managing client due diligence questionnaires, and ensuring compliance with industry security standards.

Location: Must be based in Chicago, IL, Kansas City, MO, or Overland Park, KS (follows a four day in office work model)

Salary: $76,500–$108,900

Company

hirify.global provides the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy, delivering cutting-edge trading, clearing, and investment solutions.

What you will do

• Conduct third-party risk assessments and comprehensive security reviews of vendors to identify control gaps.
• Manage incoming client due diligence requests and maintain a standardized response library.
• Monitor vendor security posture through regular assessments, vulnerability scans, and incident reporting.
• Collaborate with business, legal, and information security teams to validate questionnaire responses.
• Coordinate responses to cyber incidents involving third-party vendors.
• Assist with regulatory exams by obtaining documentation and drafting responses to inquiries.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field.
• 3+ years’ experience in third-party risk management, vendor management, or cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including application security, access control, and incident response.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and ISO 27001.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice to have

• Experience with third-party or vendor risk management platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentive compensation packages.
• 2:1 401(k) match up to 8% immediately upon hire.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick, and community service days.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including telemedicine and mental health services.
• Complimentary lunch, snacks, and coffee in any Cboe office, plus on-site gyms.
• Paid tuition assistance and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.