Lead Director – Third Party Security, Assessment Operations

CVS Health

Lead Director of Third-Party Security Assessment & Risk Operations ensuring third parties meet security standards. Safeguarding the enterprise while enabling business growth and compliance.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $144,200 - $288,400 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and continuously mature the enterprise Third Party Security program
Direct staff in the identification, development, implementation, and maintenance of security assessment practices
Lead the evaluation and assessment of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
Develop and enforce risk-based remediation strategies derived from assessment findings
Ensure organizational adherence to applicable local, national, and international regulatory requirements
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business and technology executives on third party cyber security matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive Information Security experience
7+ years of direct leadership experience managing security professionals
5+ years of experience building and leading Third Party Security Risk or Vendor Risk Management programs
5+ years of experience leading detailed control testing, regulatory audits, and compliance assessments
3+ years of experience implementing security controls within third party environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid time off
retirement savings options
wellness programs
other resources, based on eligibility

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Hard Skills & Tools

Information SecurityThird Party Security Risk ManagementVendor Risk ManagementSecurity Assessment PracticesControl TestingRegulatory AuditsCompliance AssessmentsSecurity Controls ImplementationRisk-based Remediation StrategiesCyber Threat Evaluation

Soft Skills

LeadershipAdvisoryCommunicationOrganizational SkillsStrategic Thinking