Consultant, Cybersecurity Third Party Risk Management

Consultant Cybersecurity - Third Party Risk Management Chennai/Pune India 

About this Opportunity 

We are seeking a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Consultant to join our Regional Information Security Office (RISO) team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to enhance third-party cybersecurity risk practices within a global organization 

As a TPRM Consultant you will play a critical role in assessing vendor risks ensuring compliance with security standards and driving initiatives that strengthen our third-party ecosystem globally. 

Your Responsibilities  

• Perform and execute third-party cybersecurity risk assessments for new and existing vendors.  
• Manage assessment intake via the internal service desk ensure assessments meet SLA targets and perform regular follow-ups to drive timely closure. 
• Validate vendor responses on security questionnaires including AI-related capabilities and compliance with NIQs AI governance process.  
• Assess vendor data handling practices regulatory compliance (GDPR CCPA PCI HIPAA) and network access requirements.  
• Classify vendors based on criticality data sensitivity and service impact; maintain accurate vendor tiering and scoring.  
• Review and validate vendor security documentation certifications and compliance evidence (e.g. SOC 2 ISO 27001).  
• Maintain and update vendor risk inventory Risk Tracker ensuring accurate classification and risk tracking.  
• Support alignment with PDLC Intake and SAM processes for AI or non-standard vendor requests. 
• Monitor and report on third-party risk metrics trends and remediation progress through dashboards and executive summaries.  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for TPRM processes tools and automation. Support contract reviews for security clauses and compliance requirements. Work on PI tasks and agile methodology to improve efficiency. 
• Evaluate vendors from a security and risk perspective; make informed decisions based on criticality and impact. Respond quickly to vendor-related security incidents; coordinate with internal security teams to contain and remediate risks. 
• Engage in team meetings share insights and collaborate effectively with stakeholders. Communicate complex security concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences 

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology Risk Management or related field.  
• 35 years of experience in Third-Party Risk Management Vendor Risk Assessment or Cybersecurity Governance.  
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001 NIST CSF SOC 2 GDPR).  
• Critical thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Ability to work in agile environments and manage multiple priorities.  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. 
• Proactive mindset with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Additional Information :

• Enjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms. 
• Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family. 
• Plan your future with financial wellness tools. 
• Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process including résumé screening candidate assessments interview scheduling job matching communication support and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQs principles of fairness transparency human oversight and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions require accommodations or wish to request human review were permitted by law please contact your local HR representative. For more information please visit NIQs AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.

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At NIQ we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion please visit the  Work :

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Employment Type :

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