Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management

Policy Creation and Governance:
Develop Comprehensive Cyber Supply Chain Policies:

• Establish policies that define the security requirements and expectations for all supply chain partners and third-party vendors.
• Ensure policies cover key areas such as data protection, incident response, access controls, and secure software development.
• Align policies with industry standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-161) and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Policy Implementation and Enforcement:

• Develop procedures to enforce compliance with established policies.
• Implement monitoring mechanisms to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate policy requirements into procurement and vendor management processes.

Continuous Improvement and Policy Updates:

• Regularly review and update policies to address new threats and vulnerabilities.
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to improve policy effectiveness.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and regulatory changes to ensure policies remain current.

Risk Management Framework:
Design and Maintain Risk Management Framework:

• Create a framework for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with the supply chain and third-party vendors.
• Implement risk assessment tools and methodologies to evaluate the security posture of vendors and suppliers.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and action plans to address identified vulnerabilities.

Integrate Risk Management with Governance:

• Ensure the risk management framework is integrated with governance processes to provide oversight and accountability.
• Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of risk management activities.

Governance and Oversight:
Establish Governance Committees:

• Form and lead governance committees or working groups focused on third-party risk management.
• Develop governance structures to ensure clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability.
• Develop and Maintain Risk Registers: Create and maintain third-party risk registers to document and track identified risks.

Monitor and Report on Governance Activities:

• Generate regular reports on the status of governance activities, including policy compliance and risk management efforts.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.

Due Diligence and Onboarding:

• Conduct thorough due diligence on potential vendors and third-party partners.
• Ensure security requirements are integrated into vendor selection and onboarding. Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to negotiate contracts that include robust security clauses.

Contract and Acquisition Policy Integration:

• Develop and incorporate security and risk management requirements into contract and acquisition policies.
• Ensure all vendor agreements and contracts include terms and conditions that align with the company s security standards and risk management objectives.
• Review and update contract terms and conditions regularly to address evolving risks and regulatory requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in policy creation, governance, and risk management in supply chain or third-party risk management.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management frameworks, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Experience developing and implementing risk management policies and governance frameworks.
• Proven experience in integrating security requirements into contract/acquisition policies and managing terms/conditions in vendor agreements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess and maintain a current TS-SCI clearance.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

• Familiarity with supply chain management and federal acquisition procurement processes.
• Experience with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and software.
• Knowledge of emerging threats and trends in cybersecurity and supply chain risk management.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CTPRP, etc.)

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