Third Party Risk Analyst Cover Letter

Please consider me for the third party risk analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership focused on achievement of strategic goals in the areas of third-party risk and risk management generally;.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for performance/re
• Advanced knowledge SOX and PCI controls and assessments
• Understanding and knowledge of information security standards and laws (e.g., ISO 27001/27002, NIST, FFIEC, ), and commonly
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including vlookup, macros
• Preferred experience working in the financial industry, and in project management, implementing procedures & process improvements, performance metrics and reporting
• Senior Risk Analyst experience preferred
• IT, Security and/or Privacy domain experience
• Information Security concepts, principals and industry "Best Practices"

In response to your job posting for third party risk analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for insights and analytics on trends for Third Party Risk for the IB Compliance & Operational Risk Committee.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Participates in vendor relationship management including soliciting and analyzing bids, researching, recommending vendors and negotiating contracts
• Assists in the preparation of the purchasing department’s expense and capital budget, provides explanations and/or resolution to variances and reconciles monthly asset inventory account for finance
• Identifies and recommends technological and/or process improvements and enhancements within own unit to minimize costs, maximize efficiencies and improve productivity
• Achieves commitments made under SLA’s ensuring day to day Customer requirements are being met in an efficient and professional manner
• Acts as the primary contact, and/or consultant to business partners, external suppliers and/or other team members within area of expertise
• Proven history of effectively working with all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of Third-Party Risk Management processes and methodologies
• Prior experience working in a regulated environment, or working with regulatory requirements and/or policies

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the third party risk analyst position.

Previously, I was responsible for risk management support, advice and guidance for third party risk management, including engagement with the Group Chief Procurement Officer and other COO policy owners.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Strong management and project coordination skills
• Knowledge of technical documentation such as scan results, penetration reports, SSAE 16 reports
• Knowledge and understanding of industry accepted information security standards
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, and abstract thinking skills
• Significant Archer Third Party Services experience
• Strong leadership skills covering people, processes, and projects
• Excellent skills in business, financial, and problem solving
• Communicates directly with internal Customers, vendors and warehouse personnel

I am excited to be applying for the position of third party risk analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for insight into Third-Party performance including analysis of key metrics, reporting of risk data and integration of supplemental Third-Party information.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Purchases supplies, including printed materials/forms, equipment and services including determining specifications
• Determines security access levels to the inventory management system and purchasing network and resolves any problems
• Validates invoices associated with respective suppliers prior to submission for payment
• Supports projects to improve purchasing functions and products and represents purchasing on internal cross-functional project teams
• Assists in the development of operating standards/procedures and ensure adherence to same
• Participates as a business representative in the competitive bid (RFx) process
• Negotiates costs and delivery timelines with internal business partners and external suppliers
• Analyzes various quality service measurements (SLA’s), identifying service improvement opportunities and initiating/recommending corrective action

I am excited to be applying for the position of third party risk analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for advice and counsel on Third Party Risk Program requirements to IB units or countries, where needed.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Develops strategies, tools, and methodologies to measure, monitor, and report risks
• Evaluates results, and frames contingency plans in partnership with key business stakeholders
• Crafts key communications to be delivered to executives and board members
• Professional Certification in relevant security or risk management designation
• Knowledge of Third Party Risk Management or Procurement functions
• Familiarity with EMC Archer tool specifically third party risk module
• Familiarity with SAP Ariba tool specifically contract management module
• Solid understanding of Ariba Procure to Pay processes