IT Vendor Risk Specialist
Parramatta - Australia
Job Summary
At HCF were committed to safeguarding the information our members customers and employees entrust to us. Were seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Vendor Risk Analyst to join our IT Risk team and play a key role in assessing managing and improving third-party information security risk across our supplier landscape.
Conduct vendor risk assessments for new and existing suppliers.
Review vendor security controls assurance reports and supporting evidence.
Identify and document risks control gaps recommendations and risk treatment actions.
Prepare clear audit-ready assessment reports and stakeholder communications.
Partner with Procurement Cyber Security Technology and business teams to manage third-party security risks.
Maintain accurate assessment records evidence and governance documentation.
Support internal and external audits and contribute to continuous improvement of vendor risk processes and reporting.
Escalate significant risks control concerns and unresolved issues through appropriate governance channels.
Degree qualification in Cyber Security Information Technology Risk Management or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
3 years experience in Information Security Vendor Risk Technology Risk IT Audit or Compliance.
Strong understanding of third-party risk management and vendor due diligence.
Knowledge of information security domains including access management data protection incident management vulnerability management business continuity and security governance.
Familiarity with industry frameworks such as ISO 27001 NIST SOC 2 COBIT and APRA CPS 234/CPS 230.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk identify control gaps and provide practical recommendations.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
About HCF
At HCF our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 weve been putting our members and their health first. As Australias largest not-for-profit health fund we cover 2 million members with health life travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable affordable high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward walk in their shoes stay human make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
Were united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable understandable high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
Well empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
Flexible working arrangements
50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
Family-friendly certified employer
18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
Mental health and wellbeing programs including workshops fitness classes flu vaccinations skin checks and more
Discounts on HCFs products including life pet and travel Insurance as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees irrespective of their unique characteristics including age ethnicity cultural or spiritual background gender identity disability education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process please reach out to Talent Acquisition to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience as at HCF we review applications as they are submitted and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
Required Experience:
IC