Senior Associate Cybersecurity Specialist - Third Party Risk Management Program

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About the Role

The Vendor Security Assessment System (VSAS) team within the Cybersecurity organization is responsible for analyzing and providing recommendations to assist in managing cyber-related risks associated with outsourcing Travelers data to third-party vendors or service providers. We have an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Technologist who will assist in the development, implementation, and execution of the Travelers Third Party Cybersecurity Risk Management Program. The successful incumbent will engage with third parties to ensure the completion of all aspects of the risk assessment of third-party vendors, assess inherent and residual risk of data transfers, act as the primary point of accountability for cybersecurity to business partners within assigned area, support and maintain security systems to ensure the integrity of company information and resources, support the investigation, identification, and resolution of cybersecurity events/breaches, and interface with internal and external entities to ensure adherence to cybersecurity procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support, troubleshooting, and maintenance of security-related processes, controls, or products.
• Independently analyze and resolve problems of medium to high complexity.
• Configure, test, document, and implement new or upgraded security processes, controls, or products as directed.
• Participate in resolving situations involving improper attempts to access or infiltrate our networks.
• Recommend changes to area procedures and products; implement with management review.
• Support reviewing, identifying, and responding to security events and escalating to management.
• Consult with business peers to support and resolve cybersecurity events.
• Understand and contribute to the budget process, sharing responsibility for cost-effective expense control of assigned projects.
• Participate in security and enterprise projects as assigned.
• Act as a security representative at design and new technology meetings.
• Provide guidance to more junior employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline.
• Five years of relevant experience with cybersecurity practices, processes, and cybersecurity event investigation/resolution.
• Cybersecurity degree or certifications including: Security+, ISC2 SSCP, GSEC, etc.
• Experience providing high-level support with a comprehensive knowledge of specific IS security methodologies, processes, and software packages, and a conceptual understanding of other IS security procedures and policies.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of work experience within Computer Science or a related field.

Skills

• Strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidimensional environment.
• Problem Solving: Ability to recognize and analyze problems of average complexity and independently consider a variety of alternatives to arrive at a timely, practical, and cost-effective solution.
• Team Orientation: Builds relationships with peers to achieve objectives, balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views, gives and welcomes feedback, and puts the success of the team above self.
• Leadership: Accountable for all tasks delegated by the supervisor.
• Planning and Project Management: Sets appropriate goals and priorities, completes multiple tasks in the time allocated to accomplish results, accurately evaluates and estimates new tasks, and provides management with accurate and timely status information.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program includes tools, discounts, and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, the mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching, and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Volunteer Encouragement: Travelers has a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourages employees to get involved. The Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $81,500.00 - $134,500.00. The actual salary will be determined by factors including scope, complexity, location, skills, education, training, credentials, and experience. Employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards as part of the comprehensive compensation and benefits program.