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Lead Specialist, Third Party Risk Management

Lead Specialist, Third Party Risk Management

KPMGHouston, Texas, United States
23 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Third Party Risk Management to join our Managed Services practice.

Responsibilities :

  • Interact with onshore engagements and clients directly performing vendor or third-party security assessments, and perform remote assessments independently
  • Independently draft reports of the assessments based on the discussions during remote reviews, and perform second level quality review of the reports written by peers / junior resources
  • Conduct business continuity planning and disaster recovery implementation and review experience
  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients and internal teams, and support the current team with the execution and management of engagements in our current and future Client portfolio
  • Lead and manage client engagements with a focus on delivering high-quality service in a managed services context
  • Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications :

  • Minimum five years of recent information security governance, privacy and compliance and security assessment experience, with a focus on IT and IS Risk Assessments and program reviews / establishment; prior consulting experience with big 4 or large clientele is preferable, and CISA / CISSP / CISM / CIPP / ISO 27001 is preferable
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in information security, computer science, engineering, technology or a similar degree is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, engineering, technology or a similar degree is required
  • Familiarity with and demonstrated experience assessing against the BS ISO / IEC / SIG 27002 : 2005 BS 7799 standard domains, BS 25999 including Risk Assessment; Security policy; Organization of Information Security; Asset Management; HR Security; Physical and Environmental Security; Communications and Operations Management; Access Control; IS Acquisition, Development and Maintenance; IS Incident Management; Business Continuity Management; and Compliance
  • Information Security Governance, Privacy and Compliance and Security Assessment experience with a focus on IT and IS Risk Assessments and program reviews / establishment, and understanding on ISO 27001 / NIST 800-53 / PCI-DSS
  • Broad understanding of Information Security trends, services and disciplines, and experience applying them in dynamic environments
  • Strong client interaction skills, both written and verbal, and highly fluent in English- both verbal and written
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
  • KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local / state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.

    Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA :

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  • California Salary Range : $108100 - $230900

    KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

    KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

    Los Angeles County applicants : Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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