Third Party Risk Analyst

Location 736 Springdale Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 / Year Job Summary Under the general direction of the Director of Risk and Governance Services, the Third Party Risk Analyst is responsible for ensuring that Third‑Party Risk Management (TPRM) assessments are successfully and consistently processed and delivered to clients. This position requires a moderate working knowledge of information security frameworks and the application of these frameworks to identify instances of risk in relation to third parties. The role includes responsibilities in product/service evaluation, risk identification and remediation, report writing, and client consulting on all matters related to the protection and regulatory compliance of patient health information. Essential Job Functions Ensure timely delivery of TPRM vendor assessment reports, and other TPRM service deliverables as required Create reports which reflect assessment findings and recommendations in both technical and executive‑level formats Communicate with clients and third parties regarding TPRM service support and delivery Directly manage and oversee the delivery of TPRM services for clients the Third Party Risk Analyst is dedicated to supporting Maintain a working knowledge of healthcare information security and privacy laws and regulations alongside industry frameworks including, but not limited to: HIPAA, HITECH, and the NIST CSF 2.0 Maintain a working knowledge of TPRM best practices Contribute to the maintenance of client specific and internally managed TPRM policies and standard operating procedures Knowledge & Skills Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university or combination of education and experience 1+ years’ experience in all or most of the following: IT support or help desk, preferably in an enterprise environment; information security frameworks and/or standards such as the HITRUST CSF, the NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type 2; use and application of the HIPAA Security Rule in day‑to‑day responsibilities preferred; information security experience within the healthcare industry highly preferred Special Skills & Knowledge Ability to be flexible and manage tasks as priorities change based on client needs Self‑driven individual who requires minimal direct supervision from supervisors when completing known, repeatable tasks Analytical mindset which enables the individual to efficiently and accurately gain an understanding of how a newly presented product or service functions, supporting the creation and delivery of assessment reports and findings Exceptional problem‑solving abilities alongside a desire to continually learn new concepts related to the field Detail and results oriented, skilled at both planning and hands‑on execution Ability to excel in a team‑oriented, collaborative office environment Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Intermediate understanding of security concepts and how they should be applied to a system’s architecture and workflow Intermediate understanding of network infrastructure and security concepts Licenses, Certifications, etc. Preferred certifications: Network+, Security+, HITRUST‑related certifications Competencies Service Delivery – Execution of third‑party assessments and related services as defined by Fortified’s methodology. Communication – Leverage soft skills to effectively communicate with both external vendors and internal client stakeholders in a way which enables the associate to create comprehensive third‑party assessment deliverables. Risk Identification – Evaluates third‑party products with the objective of identifying risks which impact a client’s security posture, including the documentation of the risk itself and recommended remediation actions. Requirements Supervisory Responsibility Third‑party risk management services delivered within the Risk and Governance Services business unit Working Conditions & Travel Requirements Travel as needed. Fortified Health Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Fortified Health Security will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to perform this position, you need to inform Fortified Health Security People and Culture Team of such request. #J-18808-Ljbffr