Third Party Technology Assurance Analyst

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services With our clients at the heart of everything we do our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey and we are now represented by over circa 13 000 employees across 112 offices worldwide Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion That s why at Apex Group we will do more than simply empower you We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience Take the lead and we ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold industry-changing realities For our business for clients and for you Position Overview A Third Party Technology Assurance Analyst plays a critical role in safeguarding an organisation s technology landscape by managing and assessing the risks associated with third-party vendors and service providers The analyst proactively analyses monitors and assures the compliance security and operational effectiveness of external technology services upon which the organisation relies This position is vital in a world where organisations increasingly depend on external partners for software cloud infrastructure and data processing making assurance and oversight of third parties a top priority for operational resilience and regulatory compliance Key Responsibilities Third Party Risk Assessments Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of third party technology vendors and service providers Evaluate security postures technical controls and compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements before onboarding and throughout the partnership lifecycle Due Diligence Activities Lead and support due diligence efforts by gathering reviewing and analysing documentation such as SOC1 SOC2 reports ISO certifications data protection agreements GDPR and other compliance artefacts Ongoing Monitoring Continuously monitor third party technology services for changes in risk profile compliance status or incidents Maintain updated records and risk ratings and ensure periodic re-assessment in line with organisational policies Vendor Risk Scoring Reporting Develop and update risk scoring models for technology vendors Produce regular management reports and dashboards highlighting risk trends non-conformities and remediation progress Incident Management Participate in the identification escalation and remediation of incidents involving third party technology services Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective response and lessons learned Contractual Control Reviews Review and advise on contract terms with technology vendors ensuring that security confidentiality and compliance clauses are embedded and enforceable Policy Framework Development Contribute to the development maintenance and enhancement of third-party risk management policies standards and guidelines aligned with best practices e g NIST ISO 27001 Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with procurement legal information security compliance and business teams to build awareness and understanding of third-party risks and controls Audit Preparation Support Assist in the preparation for internal and external audits related to third-party technology risk Provide evidence documentation and subject matter expertise as required Market Intelligence Stay current with emerging risks regulatory changes and best practices in third-party technology risk and assurance Required Skills and Qualifications Education Bachelor s degree in Information Technology Cybersecurity Computer Science Risk Management or related field Professional certifications e g CISA CISM CRISC CISSP are highly desirable Experience 2 years of experience in technology risk management third party security assessments or audit assurance roles preferably within financial services healthcare or other regulated industries Technical Knowledge Understanding of IT infrastructure cloud architectures SaaS platforms and data protection frameworks Familiarity with common security controls and risk management methodologies Regulatory Awareness Solid knowledge of relevant regulations and standards e g GDPR HIPAA SOX PCI DSS NIST ISO 27001 Analytical Problem Solving Strong analytical skills to identify assess and mitigate complex technology risks Ability to evaluate large amounts of information and make informed recommendations Communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports presenting findings and influencing stakeholders at all organisational levels Organisational Skills Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment Attention to Detail High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing documentation and risk artefacts Collaboration Effective team player with a proactive approach to cross-functional projects and initiatives Continuous Learning Eagerness to stay abreast of technological advancements threat landscapes and evolving assurance techniques Desirable Skills and Competencies Automation and Tooling Experience with third-party risk management platforms GRC Governance Risk and Compliance tools and automation of risk assessment processes Project Management Familiarity with project management methodologies and the ability to drive assurance initiatives from inception to completion Innovation Ability to recommend and implement process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of third-party risk management activities Negotiation Confidence in negotiating with vendors to achieve favourable assurance and compliance terms Presentation Skills Experience delivering risk-related findings and assurance updates to senior management boards or external regulators Reporting Line Typically reports to Head of Technology Assurance Disclaimer Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners