Director, Third Party Risk Management & Transformation (Hybrid)

***At Securian, the internal job title is Risk Management Consulting Director.

Position Summary

This is a hands-on, working Director role for an experienced Third Party Risk Management leader who wants to shape and transform an enterprise program. Leading a small team, this individual will serve as Securian's TPRM subject matter expert while personally driving the strategy, design, transformation, and continued maturation of the program. The Director will work across Procurement, Law & Compliance, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Technology, and business leadership to establish scalable practices across the third-party lifecycle.

Success in this role requires more than oversight—the Director will actively develop solutions, influence stakeholders, solve complex third-party risk issues, and champion TPRM practices across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)

• Strategic Leadership & Enterprise Partnership (25%)
• Define and execute an enterprise TPRM strategy aligned to risk appetite, business priorities, and the evolving external environment
• Influence senior leaders to drive consistent adoption of TPRM practices and proactive third-party risk management across Solution Groups
• Lead cross-functional alignment across the third-party ecosystem, fostering strong partnerships with Procurement, Compliance, BCM, Cybersecurity, and other second-line risk functions
• Communicate TPRM program status and risk insights to executive stakeholders, including Risk Council and Executive Leadership Team
• Program Transformation & Delivery (30%)
• Transform the TPRM program operating model, governance, processes, and enabling technology
• Drive scalability and efficiency improvements across the full third-party lifecycle
• Establish and execute a capability maturity roadmap aligned to industry best practices while managing to a defined program budget
• Third Party Risk Oversight & Governance (25%)
• Provide enterprise oversight of third-party risks across operational, cybersecurity, privacy, financial, and regulatory domains
• Ensure consistent risk tiering, due diligence, ongoing monitoring, and issue remediation practices
• Maintain audit and regulatory readiness through strong documentation and defensible risk decisions
• Talent Development & Team Leadership (20%)
• Lead and develop a high-performing TPRM team and aligned operational risk resources
• Establish clear roles, expectations, accountability, and development pathways
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared ownership of risk
• Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience building, designing, and transforming enterprise-wide third party risk management or operational risk programs and operating models within a complex environment
• Strong knowledge of third-party risk domains including operational, cybersecurity, privacy, financial, and regulatory risk
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive cross-functional alignment
• Experience managing regulatory expectations, audits, and risk governance structures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, insurance, or other highly regulated industries
• Hands-on experience with TPRM enabling technologies and automation tools
• 12+ years of experience leading Third Party Risk Management or operational risk programs in a complex enterprise environment
• Advanced degree or professional risk management certification (e.g., CRMP, CISA, CISSP)

#LI-Hybrid **This position will have a hybrid working arrangement, working in-office for a minimum of 3 days a week.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

Preferred Skills:

Business Risk Management, Practice Transformation, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management Software, Risk Management Solutions, Team Transformation, Third Party Risk Management

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

$116,600.00 - $217,300.00

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Environmental Health & Sustainability
• Mental Wellness and Disability
• Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Young Professionals Network
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group
• For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page .
• This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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