Third Party Risk Management Consultant

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Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Interactive, Technology and Operations services—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. Our 801,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.

All of our professionals receive comprehensive training covering business, technical and professional skills development. You will have opportunities to hone your functional skills and expertise in Cyber Security as part of our global security practice. The sheer variety and scale of work we do, and the experience it offers, provides an unbeatable platform to build and prosper your career. In addition, our growth, combined with our integrated career counselling, offers great opportunities for your professional development and rapid advancement.

DESCRIPTION

Accenture’s Security Practice is one of the fastest growing areas of the business with significant growth plans through additional recruitment and acquisitions. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Third Party Risk Management Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating information security risks associated with third-party vendors and partners. This role requires expertise in risk assessment methodologies, regulatory compliance and vendor management processes to ensure the security and integrity of organisational data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage third-party risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of third-party vendors to identify potential information security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure third-party vendors comply with organisational security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate vendor performance in relation to information security practices.
• Perform due diligence on new vendors, including reviewing security certifications, audit reports, and compliance documentation.
• Lead vendor risk remediation efforts, providing guidance and recommendations to address identified risks.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of third-party vendors and their associated risks.
• Stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices in third-party risk management.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews related to third-party risk management.
• Interact and collaborate closely with client stakeholders and vendor relationship owners.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting risk findings and mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with risk management tools and platforms
• Proven experience in third-party risk management, information security, or vendor management.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, and SOC 2.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills Requirement:

• Experience in conducting security assessments and audits.
• Knowledge of contract negotiation and vendor agreements related to information security.
• Understanding of cloud security and data protection measures.
• Knowledge and experience of the DORA regulation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and experience dealing with clients, management and senior stakeholders.

Does this appeal to you? If so, we would like to hear from you!! Please follow the application process and we look forward to discussing this opportunity with you.

What’s in it for you?

At Accenture Ireland, in addition to a competitive base salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes pension, private health insurance, discounted gym membership, emergency caring facilities, and 2 days’ leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexible working arrangements can be discussed depending on the position.

Does this appeal to you? If so, we wish to hear from you.

Please advise if you have any particular requirements, so we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

Please also note that Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionConsulting
• IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting

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