Manager, Third Party Risk

Job Overview

As Manager, Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) at T‑Mobile, you will lead a dedicated team of analysts, develop and expand TPRM processes, and collaborate closely with procurement, legal, compliance, privacy, and technology stakeholders to ensure a robust third‑party risk program.

• Lead, coach, develop, and oversee day‑to‑day activities of the TPRM team; provide clear vision, strategic direction, and career development support
• Review completed vendor assessment reports for quality and consistency; ensure TPRM procedures are followed and drive program maturity
• Manage TPRM processes supporting specialized compliance obligations including CCPA, Critical Infrastructure/National Security requirements, SEC/SOX, and emerging regulatory frameworks
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders (Procurement, Legal, DSO, Privacy, Product & Technology); deliver TPRM training and awareness programs
• Oversee special project initiatives that enhance TPRM capabilities, including tooling, process automation, and AI‑assisted risk workflows

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 3 years of related work experience OR an advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience OR a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent
• 4–7 years professional experience in a large corporate environment in operations, finance, legal, audit or risk management

Preferred:

• Acceptable areas of study include Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–4 years experience leading cross‑functional initiatives, projects, and/or program experience
• 2+ years managing direct reports
• Experience working with GRC or TPRM platforms (e.g., Service Now, Prevalent, Archer, One Trust, or similar)
• Experience using AI‑powered tools or analytics platforms (e.g., Hired Score, Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, or similar) to improve risk workflows, reporting, or decision‑making

Required:

• Third Party Risk Management – demonstrate ability to design, manage, and mature a TPRM program including vendor tiering, risk assessments, and remediation tracking
• Risk Management – ability to identify, assess, and prioritize vendor and operational risks across the enterprise
• People Management – experience setting goals, providing feedback, conducting performance reviews, and developing talent on a direct‑report team
• Leadership – ability to motivate and guide team members, drive accountability, and model T‑Mobile values
• Communication – strong written and verbal skills; ability to translate complex risk findings into clear, actionable guidance for non‑technical stakeholders
• Analytical Thinking – ability to synthesize data from multiple sources to draw conclusions and prioritize risk mitigation efforts
• Stakeholder Management – proven ability to build trusted relationships with Procurement, Legal, DSO, Privacy, and Business Owners
• Project Management – ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with defined timelines, owners, and deliverables
• AI Tool Proficiency – practical experience using AI‑assisted tools (e.g., AI scoring platforms, generative AI, or workflow automation) to improve program efficiency, surface insights, or accelerate assessment cycles
• Business Acumen – understanding of how third‑party risk decisions connect to business strategy, cost, and operational continuity

Preferred:

• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge – familiarity with CCPA, SOX, SEC cyber disclosure rules, NIST frameworks, or critical infrastructure security requirements
• Quality Reporting – experience producing executive‑level reporting, dashboards, or risk scorecards
• Training Delivery – ability to design and deliver TPRM awareness training for cross‑functional audiences
• New Program Development – experience building or significantly expanding a risk program, including policy development and process documentation

Preferred:

• CTPRP, CRISC, CISA, CISM, or equivalent
• Risk or security‑related professional certification

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Travel required:
  
  No
• DOT regulated position:
  No
• Safety sensitive position:
  No
• Base Pay Range: $99,100 – $178,800 (Corporate Bonus Target: 15%)

Eligible employees receive a competitive base salary, an annual bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and access to stock‑grant and employee stock purchase options.