This role pays less than
78%
of similar roles. Most pay
$151,700–$215,315
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$145k
versus about
$184k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About Early Warning Services
Early Warning Services is a fintech company that operates the Zelle person-to-person payments network, the Paze digital checkout wallet, and Certos fraud prevention and identity risk solutions for financial institutions.
Early Warning Services currently has
55 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$142,000–$183,000
across 52 roles with salary data.
Senior Lead, Operational Risk, Third Party Risk Management leads a high-performing team to manage multiple portfolios and drive the Third Party Risk Management lifecycle. This role involves overseeing business teams during onboarding, performing due diligence, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining procedural documents in alignment with regulatory changes and internal risk appetite. The individual will develop program policies, perform control testing, provide training communications, and collaborate across departments like Legal, Security, and Compliance to mitigate risks associated with third parties. Key responsibilities include designing reporting frameworks for key performance indicators and identifying innovations to improve process efficiency. Required skills include extensive experience in operational risk, data protection, information security, and contract management within financial institutions. The role requires proficiency in GRC tools and knowledge of standards such as ISO, GLBA, FFIEC, NIST, and Shared Assessments SIG processes.
Manage and lead a team of high-performing talent to deliver on Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) goals.
Execute the full TPRM lifecycle, including onboarding, risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring of third parties.
Develop and maintain program policies, procedures, and documentation in alignment with regulatory changes and risk appetite.
Conduct organizational research and perform due diligence for all new and existing third-party relationships.
Perform control testing and provide training and awareness communications regarding third-party risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams like Legal, Security, and Compliance to design plans that mitigate third-party risks.
Develop and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for the TPRM program.
Identify and implement innovative solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of risk management processes.
What we're looking for
Candidates must possess eligibility to work in the United States for any employer at the date of hire.
A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is typically required.
At least 10 years of direct or related third-party risk management experience is required.
At least 5 years of financial institution experience in third-party risk management is required.
Experience in data gathering, analysis, and problem-solving to communicate complex information to stakeholders is required.
Demonstrated experience in operational, data protection, or information security risk with knowledge of third-party regulatory requirements is required.
Professional third-party certifications such as CRVM or CTPRP are preferred.
Information security certifications like CISM, CISSP, or CISA and experience with GRC tools or specific compliance regulations (ISO, GLBA, FFIEC, NIST) are preferred.
Cybersecurity
Third Party Risk Management
PCI DSS
NIST
ISO
Information Security
Risk Assessment
IT Operations Management
CISSP
CISA
CISM
CTPRP
CTPRA
CRISC