Vendor Analyst, AI & Technology Risk
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-05-25
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IT/Tech
Information Security, Cybersecurity
Overview
Execute day‑to‑day operations of AI and Technology Risk Governance, with primary responsibility for vendor AI governance and detection across The Mutual Group and its member insurance carriers. This is a fully hands‑on individual contributor role responsible for ensuring vendor AI usage is identified, tracked, and routed through the AIS Program governance process. The role also supports broader governance activities across AI Systems, Cyber Security, Data Privacy (IT lens), and IT Controls.
WorkArrangement
Employees who live within 30 miles of the TMG home office are expected to follow a hybrid or in‑office schedule. The initial training period may require additional in‑office days.
Accountabilities Vendor AI Governance (Primary Focus)- Execute the vendor‑wide AI detection process across the full vendor portfolio:
- Conduct periodic vendor attestations
- Track vendor disclosures, updates, and AI usage changes
- Ensure vendors using AI are:
- Identified promptly
- Routed through the AIS Program review framework
- Maintain and track:
- Vendor AI inventory
- Fact Sheet submissions and updates
- Support Vendor Management in aligning with third‑party risk requirements
- Support execution of AI intake and governance workflows:
- Track AIA Forms and Fact Sheets
- Ensure completeness and follow‑ups
- Perform initial triage for low‑risk AI use cases
- Support activities of the AIS / Security Governance Team, including documentation and workflow tracking
- Support twice‑annual AI system and vendor review cycles
- Track:
- Vendor AI changes
- Model updates requiring re‑review
- Assist in ensuring monitoring outputs are captured and documented
- Maintain:
- AI system inventory
- Vendor AI tracking logs
- Governance documentation and audit trails
- Support:
- Evidence collection for audits and regulatory reviews
- Control documentation for IT and security governance
- Support tracking and documentation for:
- Cyber security governance activities (NIST CSF, NYDFS)
- Data privacy controls (CCPA, IT lens)
- IT general controls and risk register inputs
- Assist with preparation of:
- AIS Committee materials
- Governance and vendor risk reports
- Coordinate with:
- Vendor Management
- AI / Technology teams
- Risk and Compliance teams
- 3+ years in risk, compliance, IT, security, or vendor risk management
- Experience with TPRM and GRC tools (like Archer, Service Now, One Trust, Upguard)
- Experience supporting third‑party risk or audit processes preferred
- Familiarity with vendor risk management practices and AI governance concepts (preferred)
- Familiarity with NIST CSF, SOC 2, or similar frameworks
- Familiarity with Data privacy concepts (CCPA preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and process discipline
- Ability to manage multiple workflows and follow‑ups
$85,000 - $110,000 annual base salary depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Benefits- Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
- 401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary
- Free basic life and AD&D, long‑term disability and short‑term disability insurance
- Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs
- Wellness incentives
- Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
- Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
- Educational assistance
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