The Team
The Senior Analyst Third Party Risk & Security, a member of the Information Security – Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) team, focuses on monitoring operations relating to Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) including managing risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal security standards. The incumbent evaluates and monitors vendor security practices, conducting risk assessments, and cross-functional collaboration with business units and IT to ensure proficient cybersecurity posture. The incumbent assists in the oversight and maintenance of program standards and process documents related to TPRM.
Responsibilities
What You Can Offer Us
- Oversee onboarding of new TPRM assessments, including assignment of third-party vendors to team members.
- Initiate and review risk assessments of current and prospective third-party relationships in alignment with company, legal and industry regulations, and guidelines.
- Partner and build relationships with internal business units to inventory third-party environments, including but not limited to systems, applications, storage, and services.
- Manage and maintain the TPRM platform including integrations into internal processes including supply chain, vendor compliance etc.
- Supports in regular reporting to Information Security and AI Steering Committee leadership.
- Ensures inventory completeness for third-party vendors needing to be tracked through the TPRM process.
- Partner with Cybersecurity Operations team on identifying and remediating third party vulnerabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
- A minimum of 4 years of TPRM or risk-related experience required; 3-5 years of industry or related experience preferred.
- Knowledge of the 3rd party or vendor management lifecycle including related controls, processes and risk exposure (e.g., 3rd party identification, selection, management, termination), and applicable laws and regulations.
- Strong knowledge and experience with operational risk management, covering the full lifecycle of activities, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, prioritization, monitoring, and reporting.
- Understanding of related regulatory requirements and expectations related to TPRM.
- Strong organization, planning, and project management skills; ability to prioritize tasks for self and team to meet requirements and deadlines.
- Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact well with internal and external parties.
- Ability to work individually and in team settings with cross-functional teams.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and Oracle.
- In-depth knowledge of access, security, and risk assessment methods and technologies.
- Knowledge of Information Security Standards (ISO 27001/27002, ITIL, etc.).
- Knowledge of Data Privacy and Compliance Regulations (MA CMR 201, HIPPA, Red Flag, etc.).
We are one of the largest global Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and a publicly traded (NYSE:AMT), Fortune 500 Company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The next decade will be an exciting time as we evolve our infrastructure to meet tomorrow’s needs and position our people to elevate their impact, their potential, and our shared success. Come grow your career with us!
For more information about how American Tower is building a more connected world, visit americantower.com
American Tower is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, reproductive decisions, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
American Tower is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, certifications, job level, and location. For U.S.-based candidates only, please see the base salary range for this position listed below. This position is also eligible for annual bonus, and annual equity award and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). For candidates outside of the U.S., salary and benefits are based upon local market practice.
American Tower also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, company holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and access to an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness, please click here to learn more.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 4 years of TPRM or risk-related experience
- 3-5 years of industry or related experience
- Knowledge of third-party/vendor management lifecycle, controls, processes, and regulations
- Experience with operational risk management across identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and expectations related to TPRM
- Strong organization, planning, and project management skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and with different organizational levels
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and Oracle
- In-depth knowledge of access, security, and risk assessment methods and technologies
- Knowledge of Information Security Standards (ISO 27001, ISO 27002, ITIL)
- Knowledge of Data Privacy and Compliance Regulations (MA CMR 201, HIPPA, Red Flag)
What We Do
With the rollout of new wireless technologies like 5G, the explosive growth in the Internet of Things (IoT), and the continued proliferation of smartphones worldwide, there’s never been a more exciting time to work in wireless. American Tower is a Fortune 500, S&P 500 and Forbes Global 2000 company that provides the infrastructure for modern digital communications. Starting in 1995 with 2,700 towers, our global portfolio today includes over 220,000 owned or managed sites around the globe. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, we have operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. We’ve experienced exceptional growth over the past decade, and we believe that our outlook for the future is just as strong. If you like to be where things are happening, this is the place for you.
