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$125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr The Third-Party Risk Manager (Vendor) oversees day‑to‑day performance, compliance, and risk monitoring of third‑party service providers that support banking operations. The role ensures vendors meet contractual service levels, regulatory expectations, and internal risk standards—supporting safety and soundness, customer protection, data security, and operational resilience. This position partners closely with Third‑Party Risk Management (TPRM), Information Security, Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Finance. Responsibilities
Performance Oversight: Monitor SLAs/KPIs, trend service quality, and drive corrective actions; lead monthly/quarterly vendor business reviews. Onboarding Coordination: Coordinate risk‑aligned onboarding activities (e.g., information security due diligence, privacy review, resiliency checks, financial viability) and confirm artifacts are complete prior to production use. Issue & Escalation Management: Log, track, and remediate vendor incidents, service disruptions, or control gaps; manage formal corrective action plans and timelines. Documentation & Audit Readiness: Maintain current vendor profiles, due‑diligence evidence, performance reports, and monitoring records; ensure artifacts are audit‑ready and meet retention requirements. Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with TPRM, InfoSec, Privacy, Compliance, Legal, Procurement, Business Continuity, and Business Owners to align vendor activities with policy and regulatory expectations. Spend & Value Tracking: Analyze vendor spend and performance trends to identify optimization opportunities and quantify value delivered. Reporting: Prepare dashboards and status updates for management committees (e.g., Risk Committee, Operations Governance) highlighting performance, incidents, and emerging risks. Risk Identification & Assessment: Support risk assessments covering operational, cybersecurity, data privacy, compliance, financial viability, concentration, geographic, and fourth‑party risks. Continuous Monitoring: Execute ongoing monitoring aligned to the bank’s TPRM framework (e.g., SOC 1/2 reviews, penetration test summaries, vulnerability management, control attestations, business continuity exercises, incident notifications). Regulatory Alignment: Operate in accordance with interagency third‑party guidance and bank policy—e.g., FFIEC, Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC expectations; ensure appropriate oversight of subcontractors/fourth‑parties and cloud/service providers. Issue Management & Remediation: Drive timely closure of exam/audit issues related to vendors; document evidence and status for internal/external stakeholders. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Law, or related field. Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CRCM, CAMS) is a plus. Familiarity with financial services industry risks and regulations. Proficiency with vendor risk platforms (e.g., TPRM/GRC tools), data analysis, and dashboarding. Ability to present complex analysis with clarity. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or related software. Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong understanding of banking regulations, especially those related to payment processing, issuing, and settlement (e.g., BSA/AML, OFAC, Reg E). Knowledge of risk management principles and frameworks, particularly in fintech partnerships and program management. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex processes and identify potential risks or areas for improvement. Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Education, Training, And Experience
5+ years in vendor management, third‑party risk, operations risk, or related banking functions. Preffered certifications: CTPRP/CTPRA (Shared Assessments), CRVPM, CRISC, CRCM. Salary and Compensation
Base salary range: $125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr. Base salary does not include performance‑based bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. About Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB)
Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB) is a federally chartered bank founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York City. CFSB has focused on providing superior service and added value to clients though a solid understanding of relationship banking. We offer a full range of services, including loans, bill payments, card services, internet banking, and merchant processing. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally‑protected classes. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Sales
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AVP, Third Party Risk Manager
role at
CFSB . Base pay range
$125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr The Third-Party Risk Manager (Vendor) oversees day‑to‑day performance, compliance, and risk monitoring of third‑party service providers that support banking operations. The role ensures vendors meet contractual service levels, regulatory expectations, and internal risk standards—supporting safety and soundness, customer protection, data security, and operational resilience. This position partners closely with Third‑Party Risk Management (TPRM), Information Security, Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Finance. Responsibilities
Performance Oversight: Monitor SLAs/KPIs, trend service quality, and drive corrective actions; lead monthly/quarterly vendor business reviews. Onboarding Coordination: Coordinate risk‑aligned onboarding activities (e.g., information security due diligence, privacy review, resiliency checks, financial viability) and confirm artifacts are complete prior to production use. Issue & Escalation Management: Log, track, and remediate vendor incidents, service disruptions, or control gaps; manage formal corrective action plans and timelines. Documentation & Audit Readiness: Maintain current vendor profiles, due‑diligence evidence, performance reports, and monitoring records; ensure artifacts are audit‑ready and meet retention requirements. Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with TPRM, InfoSec, Privacy, Compliance, Legal, Procurement, Business Continuity, and Business Owners to align vendor activities with policy and regulatory expectations. Spend & Value Tracking: Analyze vendor spend and performance trends to identify optimization opportunities and quantify value delivered. Reporting: Prepare dashboards and status updates for management committees (e.g., Risk Committee, Operations Governance) highlighting performance, incidents, and emerging risks. Risk Identification & Assessment: Support risk assessments covering operational, cybersecurity, data privacy, compliance, financial viability, concentration, geographic, and fourth‑party risks. Continuous Monitoring: Execute ongoing monitoring aligned to the bank’s TPRM framework (e.g., SOC 1/2 reviews, penetration test summaries, vulnerability management, control attestations, business continuity exercises, incident notifications). Regulatory Alignment: Operate in accordance with interagency third‑party guidance and bank policy—e.g., FFIEC, Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC expectations; ensure appropriate oversight of subcontractors/fourth‑parties and cloud/service providers. Issue Management & Remediation: Drive timely closure of exam/audit issues related to vendors; document evidence and status for internal/external stakeholders. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Law, or related field. Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CRCM, CAMS) is a plus. Familiarity with financial services industry risks and regulations. Proficiency with vendor risk platforms (e.g., TPRM/GRC tools), data analysis, and dashboarding. Ability to present complex analysis with clarity. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or related software. Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong understanding of banking regulations, especially those related to payment processing, issuing, and settlement (e.g., BSA/AML, OFAC, Reg E). Knowledge of risk management principles and frameworks, particularly in fintech partnerships and program management. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex processes and identify potential risks or areas for improvement. Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Education, Training, And Experience
5+ years in vendor management, third‑party risk, operations risk, or related banking functions. Preffered certifications: CTPRP/CTPRA (Shared Assessments), CRVPM, CRISC, CRCM. Salary and Compensation
Base salary range: $125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr. Base salary does not include performance‑based bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. About Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB)
Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB) is a federally chartered bank founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York City. CFSB has focused on providing superior service and added value to clients though a solid understanding of relationship banking. We offer a full range of services, including loans, bill payments, card services, internet banking, and merchant processing. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally‑protected classes. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Sales
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