Experienced Vendor Analyst and Information Security Analyst with a strong background in managing vendor relationships, optimizing third-party partnerships, and ensuring the security of organizational systems. Proven expertise in assessing vendor performance, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with SLAs while maintaining a focus on cost efficiency and service quality. Adept at identifying and mitigating security risks, implementing security protocols, and conducting vulnerability assessments to safeguard sensitive data. Skilled at collaborating with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives with business objectives and maintain a secure, compliant environment.
-Responsible for protecting the organization's information systems and data from cyber threats.
-Verifying security protocols, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
-Work with internal teams to develop and enforce security policies, manage access controls, and respond to security incidents.
-Collaborated with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures into existing infrastructure.
-Optimized resource allocation by prioritizing identified risks based on their potential impact on business operations.
-Managed relationships with third-party vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential security products and services.
-Strengthened network security by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
-Assessed vendor security during procurement processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
-Evaluating vendor performance, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that all partnerships align with the company’s strategic goals.
-Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
-Responsible for maintaining vendor partnerships to ensure effective collaboration and performance.
-Ensuring that vendors adhere to the required security frameworks and compliance standards.
-Assessing the quality of products or services provided, ensuring adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs), and managing vendor risk.
-Collaborated with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of third-party solutions into the company's workflows, tracks costs, and identifies opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.
-Continuous monitoring on vendor performance and contract compliance.
-Organized regular meetings with key suppliers to discuss performance metrics, address concerns, and explore opportunities for collaboration or innovation.
CompTIA Security+,
Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA)