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Sungrow Na

$140 - $180/hr

Vendor intake and risk tiering * Security assessments and due diligence * Ongoing monitoring and reassessment * Define and enforce minimum security requirements for vendors and suppliers * Partner ...

CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC

Vendor Analyst

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Conduct vendor due diligence reviews, risk assessments, and ongoing vendor monitoring activities.* Manage the Vendor Management inbox, triaging and assigning requests to appropriate team members.

CrossCountry Mortgage

Vendor Analyst

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Conduct vendor due diligence reviews, risk assessments, and ongoing vendor monitoring activities. * Manage the Vendor Management inbox, triaging and assigning requests to appropriate team members.

Epitec

Third Party Risk Mgmt Consultant II

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$45 - $55/hr

Pay Range: $45 - $55 per hour Seeking a Third Party Risk Management Consultant II to support continuous monitoring, risk assessments, and ongoing oversight of critical third-party vendors. The ideal ...

Visa Hunt

Manager of Risk & Trust Operations

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Third-Party & Vendor Risk Management * Conduct upfront due-diligence assessments, ongoing risk monitoring, and on-demand risk reviews of third parties and vendors supporting organizational operations.

PNC Bank

Vendor Relationship Risk Specialist

Home, WA · On-site +1

$52K - $87K/yr

Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to complete due diligence assessments, risk assessments, finding remediation, collection/recording of performance KPIs, and coordination of ...

PNC

Vendor Relationship Risk Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$52K - $87K/yr

Consults with vendors to remediate risks identified in assessment process. Recommends, initiates ... Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business ...

PNC Bank

Vendor Relationship Risk Specialist

Home, PA · On-site +1

$52K - $87K/yr

Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to complete due diligence assessments, risk assessments, finding remediation, collection/recording of performance KPIs, and coordination of ...

Crosscountrymortgage

Vendor Analyst

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Conduct vendor due diligence reviews, risk assessments, and ongoing vendor monitoring activities. * Manage the Vendor Management inbox, triaging and assigning requests to appropriate team members.

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How much do vendor risk assessment jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for vendor risk assessment in the United States is $111,556.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vendor risk assessment?

A Vendor Risk Assessment is a process used by organizations to evaluate and manage the potential risks associated with outsourcing services or products to third-party vendors. The assessment typically examines areas such as data security, regulatory compliance, financial stability, and operational practices of the vendor. Its purpose is to identify potential vulnerabilities or threats that could impact the organization if the vendor fails to meet expectations or is compromised. Regular vendor risk assessments help ensure that third-party relationships do not expose the company to undue risk and that appropriate controls are in place.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vendor risk assessment professional?

To thrive in Vendor Risk Assessment, you need a solid understanding of risk management principles, third-party due diligence, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a degree in business, IT, or a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, governance frameworks (like ISO 27001), and platforms such as GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals assess vendor risks and collaborate across departments. These skills are crucial for identifying, mitigating, and communicating risks that could impact an organization’s operations, security, or reputation.

What are some common challenges faced in a vendor risk assessment role, and how can I prepare to address them?

Professionals in Vendor Risk Assessment often encounter challenges such as managing large volumes of vendor data, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, and effectively communicating risks to both internal stakeholders and vendors. To prepare for these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational and analytical skills, stay informed about regulatory changes, and build effective communication strategies. Collaborating closely with procurement, legal, and IT teams is also essential for gathering accurate information and implementing risk mitigation measures.

What is the difference between Vendor Risk Assessment vs Vendor Compliance Analyst?

AspectVendor Risk AssessmentVendor Compliance Analyst
Primary FocusEvaluating risks associated with vendors and third-party providersEnsuring vendors comply with policies, regulations, and contractual obligations
CertificationsCertifications like CISSP, CISA, or vendor risk management coursesCertifications such as CCEP, CISA, or compliance-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentRisk management teams, procurement, cybersecurity departmentsCompliance teams, legal, procurement, and audit departments
Industry UsageCommon in finance, healthcare, and IT sectorsPrevalent in regulated industries like finance, healthcare, and manufacturing

Vendor Risk Assessment focuses on identifying and mitigating risks posed by vendors, while Vendor Compliance Analysts ensure vendors adhere to policies and regulations. Both roles are essential for managing third-party relationships but differ in their primary objectives and activities.

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Infographic showing various Vendor Risk Assessment job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,556 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

Operational Risk and Control Analyst

Network Temp Inc

New York, NY • Hybrid

$75K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description

Your Role Overview:

Risk and Control Analyst is accountable for engaging in the proactive identification, escalation, and timely mitigation of operational risks. Responsible for administering Operational Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) including Control Testing and Risk Register. Participates in the design, supervision, and implementation of an RCSA program to provide support in identifying, assessing, monitoring, and escalating the risk assessments performed by the First Line of the Bank.

The analyst is given broad exposure to all functions and business lines within the Americas Division and is expected to execute all aspects of the Operational Risk Management Framework through the 2nd line of defense oversight activities.
 

Your Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Coordinate and conduct Risk and Control Self-Assessment ("RCSA").
  2. Coordinate and conduct Vendor Risk Assessment, Model Risk Assessment, and Operational Risk Event (Business Continuity) Assessment.
  3. Conduct analyses of risk data to identify trends and potential areas of concern.
  4. Perform deep dives to assess the design and operational effectiveness of controls surrounding key technology and operations processes, and to identify remediation for gaps to mitigate risks.
  5. Challenge risks within scenario analysis.
  6. Maintain Risk Registers.
  7. Contribute to the New Product Approval process. 
  8. Research regulatory changes and/or risk trends applicable to area(s) of coverage.
  9. Assist in various Operational Risk related projects and initiatives.
  10. Proactively contribute to the risk culture and overall awareness of operational risk and contribute to the creation and delivery of operational risk management training and/or workshop sessions.
  11. Prepare operational risk reports, schedule meetings, takes notes, prepare minutes, and maintain files for ORM department.
  12. Provide analysis and coordination for the ORM department.
  13. Provide challenges on key indicators and material operational risks.
  14. Identify emerging operational risks in the context of the regulatory and business operation environment and assure that measures are being taken to mitigate these risks.
  15. Serve as a subject matter expert for operational risk and control assessments, and independently prepare a comprehensive report.
  16. Facilitate accurate and appropriate reporting of operational risks to senior management. 
  17. Analyze operational risk data (losses, metrics, or assessment results) to identify areas of excessive risk and to ensure that mitigation efforts are having the desired effect(s).
  18. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Work schedule: 3 days onsite (Midtown Manhattan), 2 days remote

Requirements

 Your Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent. 
  2. A minimum of 4-5 years of prior operational risk management experience with a financial institution, including exposure to technology risk, information/cyber security risk, vendor risk and/or model risk management.
  3. Integrative thinking skills, basic risk management knowledge, good organizational, communication and influencing skills.
  4. Analytical and thorough approach to form defensible conclusions from risk assessments.
  5. Able to present to and respond effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
  6. Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills, able to calmly manage conflict and pressure in a demanding, high-volume environment.
  7. Able to be flexible and capable of prioritizing based on changing internal or external demands.
  8. Good computer skills in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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