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Senior Lead, Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk

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Greater London
3 days ago
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Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.



The Role


We’re seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Analyst to join our Information Security team. This role is critical in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber risks associated with third-party vendors, suppliers, and partners. You’ll work cross-functionally to ensure our supply chain is secure, resilient, and compliant with relevant standards and regulations.


Key Responsibilities



Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments of the supply chain to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats.




Mitigation Strategies: Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies to protect against cyber threats.




Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with procurement, legal, and compliance teams to ensure vendor risk controls are embedded in contracts and procurement processes




Incident Response: Lead incident response efforts for supply chain-related cybersecurity incidents.




Compliance: Ensure compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27002, NIST SP 800 series, and CISv8




Training: Provide training and awareness programs for staff and suppliers on supply chain cybersecurity best practices.




Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and incident responses for senior management.




Who You Are


Required Qualifications:



5 years plus proven experience in cybersecurity and supply chain risk management.




Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.




Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.




Ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.




Experience with vendor management and third-party risk assessments.




Relevant certifications (, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CTPRP) are a plus.




Familiarity with tools such as OneTrust, ServiceNow or similar




Understanding of geopolitical risks and global supply chain dependencies



Skills:



Leadership and team management




Strong organizational skills




Creative problem-solving abilities




Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously




Being You


Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.



What You Can Expect


With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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