Senior Security Risk Management Analyst

DeWinter BH ·www.dewintergroup.com

Location Palo Alto, CA, United States
Work type Remote
Salary USD 80 - 85 / hour
Type Full time
Level Senior
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Title: Senior Security Risk Management Analyst
Job Type: Contract (W2 Only)
Contract Length: 6 months
Pay Range: $80-85/hr
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Remote

About the Opportunity:

Our client, a leader in cybersecurity and cloud data management, is looking for a skilled Senior Security Risk Management Analyst to join their team for a 6-month engagement. This project focuses on the assessment and mitigation of risks associated with third-party vendors and service providers, ensuring compliance with security and business resilience standards. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can lead risk assessments, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive vendor governance processes effectively.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Conducting comprehensive cybersecurity and regulatory risk assessments for new and existing third-party vendors.
  • Evaluating third-party security questionnaires and audit documentation (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).
  • Coordinating with vendors to verify security controls and manage remediation plans.
  • Classifying vendors by risk tier and maintaining accurate risk profiles.
  • Partnering with Procurement, Legal, and InfoSec teams to enhance supplier security management processes and identify automation opportunities.
Required Skills & Experience:

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:
  • 6-8 years of professional experience in third-party risk assessment within cybersecurity or information risk management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • In-depth understanding of information security frameworks and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001/2, FedRAMP, SOC 2, PCI DSS, NIST CSF).
  • Ability to synthesize complex risk findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented and process-driven mindset, with the ability to manage multiple vendor assessments concurrently.
  • Experience with risk assessment tools is a plus.
 
  • W2 only (No C2C or 1099 contractors)
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Who is hiring for the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role?
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Where is the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst job located?
The Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role with DeWinter BH is based in Palo Alto, CA, US. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role remote?
Yes — the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst position at DeWinter BH is remote. Candidates based in US are preferred.
What does the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role pay?
DeWinter BH lists the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role at USD 80–85 per hour.
Is the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at DeWinter BH.
What experience level is the Senior Security Risk Management Analyst role?
The Senior Security Risk Management Analyst position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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