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Vendor Risk Manager Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Manager, Global Risk Management

Dublin, OH · On-site

$105 - $165/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reviews vendor and customer contracts to mitigate risk by drafting and negotiating insurance provisions and providing advice regarding indemnification obligations. * Manages and/or participates in ...

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How much do vendor risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for vendor risk manager in Ohio is $106,056.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,600.00 and $122,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vendor risk manager?

Vendor Risk Managers are professionals responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with third-party vendors that provide goods or services to an organization. They evaluate vendors’ security, compliance, and operational practices to ensure they meet the company’s standards and regulatory requirements. These managers implement frameworks to monitor vendor performance, manage contracts, and respond to potential risks or incidents. Their role is crucial in protecting the organization from financial, reputational, and regulatory harm that can arise from third-party relationships.

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

To thrive as a Vendor Risk Manager, you need expertise in risk assessment, third-party management, and compliance, often backed by a degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management platforms, contract management tools, and certifications like Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, negotiation, and clear communication skills help you collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders effectively. These skills ensure organizations can identify, mitigate, and manage risks arising from third-party relationships, safeguarding business continuity and compliance.

How does a vendor risk manager typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A Vendor Risk Manager works closely with departments like procurement, legal, IT, and compliance to ensure that vendors meet the organization's security and regulatory standards. This collaboration often involves reviewing contracts, assessing potential risks, and implementing mitigation strategies. Regular communication with stakeholders is essential to keep everyone informed about vendor performance and risk status, making cross-functional teamwork a key aspect of the role. Effective collaboration helps streamline risk assessments and supports informed decision-making across the business.

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

AspectVendor Risk ManagerVendor Compliance Analyst
CertificationsCertified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
Work EnvironmentRisk management teams, procurement, legal departmentsCompliance departments, audit teams, legal units
Industry UsageFinance, healthcare, technology, retailFinance, healthcare, manufacturing, technology
Primary FocusIdentifying, assessing, and mitigating vendor risksEnsuring vendor adherence to compliance standards and policies

The Vendor Risk Manager focuses on evaluating and mitigating risks associated with vendors, while the Vendor Compliance Analyst concentrates on ensuring vendors meet regulatory and internal compliance standards. Both roles are essential in managing vendor relationships but differ in their core responsibilities and focus areas.

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Vendor Risk Manager jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Vendor Risk Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Vendor Risk Manager job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,056 per year, or $51 per hour.

Operational Risk Manager Sr- Digital Assets

Huntington

Columbus, OH

$93K - $189K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Description

Job Profile Summary:

The Operational Risk Manager Sr. – Digital Assets position will drive change and lead the design, implementation, and administration of the second line of defense oversight for one or more assigned Business Segments, or Level 1 risk categories with a focus on Digital Assets. This position’s core responsibilities can include ongoing governance of the operational risk frameworks, policies, and charters, serving as committee chair, completing quantitative and qualitative assessments, driving analysis to support the oversight and assurance that business processes are appropriately identified and assessed related to Digital Assets.

Job Description:

Summary:

The Operational Risk Manager Sr. – Digital Assets position will drive change and lead the design, implementation, and administration of the second line of defense oversight for one or more assigned Business Segments, or Level 1 risk categories. This position’s core responsibilities can include ongoing governance of the operational risk frameworks, policies, and charters, serving as committee chair, completing quantitative and qualitative assessments, driving analysis to support the oversight and assurance that business processes are appropriately identified and assessed related to Digital Assets.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Establish, maintain, and evolve the Digital Asset Risk Management Framework.
  • Update pillar specific documentation to reflect digital assets risk activities as appropriate.
  • Provide independent review, challenge, and oversight of first-line digital asset activities, including proposed new or expanded use cases.
  • Escalate material digital asset risk issues and themes to executive management, the appropriate governing committee, and/or the BOD.
  • Participate in governance forums overseeing digital asset risk and direct remediation where gaps or deficiencies are identified.
  • Provide insights on applicable digital asset-related rules, and regulations to assess their applicability in coordination with compliance and corporate legal teams.
  • Provide advisory support and credible challenge on compliance and operational risks associated with digital asset activities.
  • Perform and/or provide SME guidance on third-party risk management due diligence of new and existing vendors/business partners related to digital assets.
  • Document digital asset risks and controls across applicable processes.
  • Establish metrics to assess performance of digital asset third parties.
  • Define and maintain digital asset specific KRIs and risk limits, calibrated based on activity size, scale, volume, and complexity.
  • Monitors pertinent key risk indicators and investigates and reports on adverse movements or aggregation of risk across segments.
  • Identify, develop, and analyze metrics and key performance indicators to enable the measurement or risk to ensure segments and programs are meeting business objectives.
  • Supports the independent risk assessments and risk management process reviews, and independent representation of Operational Risk Management (ORM), including effectively influencing colleagues and leading initiative outside of the Operational Risk organization.
  • Support the enhancement of ORM analytics including the development of scorecards and dashboards, as well as identification of tools and techniques to automate our analytical environment while assessing and recommending tools and techniques to automated information systems control verification processes.
  • Chair second line of defense Operational Level committees as assigned, participate or present in Management level committees and leading or participating in working groups/committees to address and resolve issues.
  • Identifying and recommending solutions for negative trends or risk events and leading implementation of operational risk strategies and initiatives.
  • Develops and maintains Op Risk policies, procedures, process maps, and manuals as required, and complete operational reporting for the Operational Risk Committee (ORC) and Pillar Risk Assessment (PRA).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree
  • 7 years of related experience within Risk management and or Digital Assets.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience within the digital asset industry at a leading firm.
  • Advanced knowledge of risk management principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications and the ability to communicate and present requirements and issues clearly and concisely.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with all businesses.
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity and navigate through complex situations.
  • Proven ability to collaborate and influence leaders in a cross-matrixed organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence change, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite.


Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Applications Accepted Through:

08/28/2026

Huntington expects to accept applications through at least the date above, and may continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds:  in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

$93,000 - $189,000 annual salary range

The compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education.  Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan.  In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Note to Agency Recruiters:  Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.  All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.