Vendor Risk Management Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the vendor risk management opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical guidance in the development and revision of Government information security policies to incorporate Cloud technologies.

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:

• Improve organizational performance though the application of original thinking to existing and emerging methods, processes, products and services
• Employ sound judgment in determining how innovations will be deployed to produce return on investment
• Identify, document, and monitor key business processes needed to achieve successful business results
• Identify and act upon opportunities for continuous improvement
• Encourage prudent risk-taking, exploration of alternative approaches, and organizational learning
• Demonstrate personal commitment to change through actions and words, and mobilize others to support change through times of stress and uncertainty
• Familiarity with service organization reports (SSAE 18 / ISAE 3402) and other industry certifications (e.g., ISO, PCI-DSS, SysTrust)
• As the program matures, identify, categorize and evaluate vendors, using a “Risk-Based Standard”, for potential or current service providers

I would like to submit my application for the vendor risk management opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight of Cyber and Cloud security risk reporting to the Head of Operational Resilience and Security Risk within the Operational Resilience oversight team.

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:

• Very high attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment
• Flexible and accommodating work ethic in an ever-changing work schedule
• Chair ongoing working groups and/or oversight committees
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and projects to help mature the vendor & affiliate operating model
• CISSP or CTPRP certification
• Strong pharmaceutical, health care or cross-industry business acumen
• Should possess well-developed communications and interpersonal skills
• Any IT Risk Management, Security or Privacy or Project Management Certification

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

Previously, I was responsible for technical guidance and foster a collective understanding of data flows, data protection and security issues encountered in cloud applications, services and information traversing our eco-system.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Excel, Word, SharePoint
• Proven track record of leading and motivating others (both directly and indirectly)
• Certifications preferred (CISSP, CISA, CIPP)
• Deep knowledge of internal control and risk management with demonstrated understanding of the regulatory landscape and understanding of asset management
• Manage the vendor management mailbox and handle various requests such as
• Support all internal audit requests as it relates to contract policy, purchasing policy, and new vendor set up policy
• Build strong relationships with our internal departments to understand and respond to their business needs and priorities
• Support the company’s annual meeting by submitting billing requests for vendor sponsorships and ensure invoice payment

In response to your job posting for vendor risk management, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for subject matter input to developments in regulatory landscape, regulatory risks, emerging regulatory risks and support gap analysis and oversight process for cybersecurity and privacy related requirements.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Comprehensive knowledge of third party lifecycle management and vendor risk management methodologies, including associated regulatory and industry guidance (OCC, FFIEC et al)
• Strong analytical acumen with proficiency in Excel, Project Management Tools, and other MS Office suite products
• Good understanding of regulations that govern the use of third parties in financial institutions
• Advanced business understanding and general banking knowledge
• Critical thinker that can make difficult decisions under pressure and manage large projects
• Willingness to learn and adapt quickly with a positive and upbeat mindset
• Experience in banking, financial services, or vendor/supplier management is strongly preferred
• Able to manage complexity, including in troubleshooting problems or in developing process or other solutions

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for expertise in support of new product development activities to ensure products/services comply with information security and privacy standards; provide consultation around the design and implementation of new Information Technology and business process controls.

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:

• Support running the vendor risk framework for the bank as it relates to ongoing monitoring
• Compliance Certification (CRCMP) designation is preferred
• Prior experience with vendor risk management preferred
• Experience working with 3rd party vendors is preferred
• Experience within a large multinational company is preferred
• Experience with various Payroll applications globally is preferred
• Experience with Archer is strongly preferred
• Experience with Archer strongly preferred