Senior Associate Cybersecurity Specialist – Third Party Risk Management

Travelers

. Vendor Security Assessment System (VSAS) team within 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.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $81,500 - $134,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Vendor Security Assessment System (VSAS) team within 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.
Assist in the development, implementation, and execution of the Travelers Third Party Cybersecurity Risk Management Program.
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.
Acts as the primary point of accountability for cybersecurity to business partners within assigned area.
Supports and maintains security systems to ensure the integrity of company information and resources.
Supports the investigation, identification, and resolution of cybersecurity events/breaches.
Interfaces with internal and external entities to ensure adherence to cybersecurity procedures and policies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.
In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cybersecurity practicesCybersecurity event investigationRisk assessmentData transfer risk assessmentIS Security methodologiesIS Security processesIS Security software packages

Soft Skills

AccountabilityCommunicationCollaboration