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Vikas Vaid

@vikasvaid

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IT Risk Management Professional with 13 years of experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth, a collaborative culture, and the ability to make a significant impact on risk management strategies.

I am an IT Risk Management Professional with over 13 years of experience in various domains including Risk Management, Vendor Risk Management, Cyber Security, and Data Privacy. My career has been marked by my ability to develop and implement comprehensive risk management frameworks that align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Throughout my tenure, I have successfully led initiatives in Third Party Risk Management at MetLife, where I established a global risk management program and conducted extensive vendor risk assessments. My expertise in configuring ServiceNow and collaborating with stakeholders has enabled smooth transitions and effective risk mitigation strategies. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to enhance organizational resilience and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Manager - Technology Services

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MetLife

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Responsible for establishing a Global Third-Party Risk Management Program, conducting vendor risk assessments, and configuring ServiceNow to meet specific requirements. Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions and provides recommendations on risk management.

Third Party Risk Management Cybersecurity Framework ServiceNow Vendor Risk Management Risk Management

Manager (Vendor Risk Management & Data Privacy)

Blackstone COE – Thought Focus IT Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2018 - Jul 2022 (3 years 8 months)

Led the setup of a Global Third-Party Risk Management Program and a Data Privacy Program. Conducted vendor risk assessments and implemented tools for managing vendor risks and data privacy.

Vendor Risk Management Data Privacy Risk Assessment ProcessUnity TPRM Cybersecurity Framework

Assistant Manager (Governance, Risk & Compliance)

HCL Technologies Ltd.

Jun 2016 - Oct 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Responsible for ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and leading Life Science Risk and Compliance initiatives. Conducted risk assessments and documented compliance policies and processes.

Governance Risk Management Compliance Risk Assessment

Sr. Associate (Senior Vendor Risk Analyst)

Ameriprise Financial

Mar 2014 - Jun 2016 (2 years 3 months)

Evaluated business solutions for compliance with information security policies. Conducted internal and external audits, risk analysis, and vulnerability assessments.

Internal Audit Risk Assessment Compliance Monitoring

Process Associate (Logistic Coordinator)

Capgemini Business Private Solution

Jun 2012 - Mar 2016 (3 years 9 months)

Coordinated internal activities related to outgoing shipments and managed order handling and delivery execution in SAP. Ensured prompt delivery and maintained shipment records.

Logistics Coordination SAP Process Management