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$113k–$139k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Wellbeing Reimbursement Account, Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules
Posted 36d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Govern and oversee the enterprise Third Party Risk Management program, ensuring adherence to policies, standards, and regulatory expectations. Provide second-line challenge to the first line of defense regarding cybersecurity, data privacy, and operational risk for third-party relationships.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in TPRM, operational risk, or information security risk. Candidates should possess deep knowledge of GRC frameworks and preferably hold certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP.
Full job description
Job Description:
The Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Capability Lead is a senior individual contributor responsible for governing and overseeing Pacific Life’s enterprise TPRM program within the 2nd line of defense, with clear accountability for the design, maintenance, and enforcement of policies, standards, and control frameworks. This role ensures robust cybersecurity, resilience, and third party due diligence practices are consistently applied and aligned with regulatory expectations, while driving continuous enhancement of governance structures supporting third party outsourcing risk. This is a hybrid role (4 days per week onsite) in our Newport Beach, CA office.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the TPRM Lead leverages deep subject matter expertise to oversee risk assessment, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring activities, with particular emphasis on cybersecurity controls, data protection, and critical vendor dependencies. The role partners closely with procurement, legal, information security, and business leaders to ensure risks across third and fourth party relationships are appropriately identified, governed, and mitigated.
As a trusted advisor, this role provides independent challenge and oversight to the first line of defense, ensuring adherence to established policies and control expectations while managing complex deliverables end-to-end. The position operates with minimal supervision within a team of approximately 35 professionals in Operational Risk & Resilience, part of Enterprise Risk Management, and collaborates closely with Service Owners, Service Managers, Service Leads, Capability Leads, and OR&R liaisons supporting effective first line execution.
How you will make an impact:
Govern and enforce adherence to TPRM policies, standards, and control frameworks across the enterprise
Ensure alignment with applicable regulatory expectations (e.g., NAIC, state DOI) and industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, Shared Assessments)
Oversee and challenge third party due diligence reviews that span cybersecurity, data privacy, business continuity, financial, and operational risk elements
Partner with the 1st line of defense to identify control gaps, assess residual risk, and ensure timely development and execution of risk treatment plans
Escalate material risks, control deficiencies, and vendor issues through established governance and risk committee structures
Develop and deliver executive and committee level reporting on third party risk exposure, trends, and emerging third party risks
Serve as a trusted advisor to the business while providing effective 2nd line challenge to ensure appropriate risk based decisions
Leverage industry best practices and external insights to strengthen governance, oversight, and program maturity
The experience you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in third-party risk management, operational risk, information security risk, or related GRC disciplines
In-depth knowledge of TPRM frameworks, lifecycle practices, and regulatory expectations
Strong understanding of interconnected risk domains (cybersecurity, privacy, business continuity, and vendor operational risk)
Proven ability to solve complex problems using both conceptual and practical approaches
Demonstrated ability to operate independently with minimal guidance and sound judgment
Experience in financial services, preferably life insurance or annuities
Familiarity with industry frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001/22301, Shared Assessments SIG/VRMMM)
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CRVPM, CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CTPRP) and experience with TPRM platforms/continuous monitoring tools
Strong competencies in analytical thinking, stakeholder influence, communication, and driving continuous improvement5+ years of relevant experience in business resilience, business continuity, or operational resilience
What will make you stand out:
Demonstrated governance mindset, with proven ownership of TPRM policies, standards, and control frameworks, and ability to enforce consistent adherence across the enterprise
Bring deep expertise in cybersecurity due diligence and third party risk domains, with the ability to independently challenge assessments and drive risk informed decisions
Operate as a highly credible second line advisor, effectively balancing partnership with the business while delivering objective challenge and oversight
Proven track record of enhancing program maturity, including implementing scalable monitoring, improving control effectiveness, and aligning to evolving regulatory expectations
Excel at translating complex risk insights into clear, executive-level reporting and actionable recommendations for senior leadership and risk committees
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Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$113,490.00 - $138,710.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
Related keywords
TPRMNAICNIST CSFISO 27001ISO 22301Shared AssessmentsSIGVRMMMCRVPMCISACRISCCISSPCTPRP2nd Line of DefenseOperational RiskBusiness Resilience
Pacific Life provides a variety of products and services designed to help individuals and businesses in the retail, institutional, workforce benefits, and reinsurance markets achieve financial security. Whether your goal is to protect loved ones or grow your assets for retirement, Pacific Life offers innovative life insurance and annuity solutions, as well as mutual funds, that provide value and financial security for current and future generations. Supporting our policyholders for nearly 160 years, Pacific Life is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Newport Beach, California. For additional company information, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.PacificLife.com.
Please review our social media guidelines: paclife.co/social
Offices: 700 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660, US · 6750 Mercy Road, Omaha, NE 68106, US · 45 Enterprise Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, US
Pacific Life provides a variety of products and services designed to help individuals and businesses in the retail, institutional, workforce benefits, and reinsurance markets achieve financial security. Whether your goal is to protect loved ones or grow your assets for retirement, Pacific Life offers innovative life insurance and annuity solutions, as well as mutual funds, that provide value and financial security for current and future generations. Supporting our policyholders for nearly 160 years, Pacific Life is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Newport Beach, California. For additional company information, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.PacificLife.com.
Please review our social media guidelines: paclife.co/social
Offices: 700 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660, US · 6750 Mercy Road, Omaha, NE 68106, US · 45 Enterprise Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, US