HubSpot

Senior Third Party Risk & Controls Specialist

HubSpot$95K — $143K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in application security, vendor risk management, or cloud security
  • Experience with security frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27001
  • Strong knowledge of API security, including REST and GraphQL
  • Understanding of IAM principles like RBAC and ABAC
  • Experience in managing non-human identities such as service accounts
  • Knowledge of SaaS architectures and integration security
  • Excellent organizational skills for high-volume environments
  • Familiarity with privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough technical security assessments of third-party applications and services
  • Evaluate API security and integration architectures for vendors
  • Assess vulnerabilities related to generative AI in vendor applications
  • Review vendor security documentation and identify potential security gaps
  • Support Shadow IT discovery and evaluate risks of unsanctioned applications
  • Manage risks related to service accounts and API keys
  • Collaborate with business teams during vendor onboarding and security initiatives

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment with remote options
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Supportive of team and peer connections through in-person events
  • Commitment to fair compensation and transparency
  • Accommodations for candidates requiring alternate arrangements
Full Job Description
HubSpot is seeking a Senior Third Party Risk & Integration Security Engineer to join our expanding IAM, Third Party Risk Management, and Enterprise Application Management team. This role is based on the idea of "external party security" and combines technical security assessment expertise in vendor risk management, focusing on evaluating third-party applications, emerging AI technologies, and integration security. The ideal candidate will conduct technical assessments of vendor security controls while also supporting broader software management and identity and access management initiatives across the organization.

This role is remote; candidates must be based in the Eastern Time Zone (ET).

What you'll do

Third-Party Risk Assessment (Primary Focus - 60%)
  • Conduct technical security assessments of third-party applications, vendors, and service providers beyond traditional questionnaire-based reviews
  • Evaluate API security, authentication mechanisms, data flows, and integration architectures for vendor solutions
  • Assess generative AI vulnerabilities in third-party applications, including model security, data privacy, and information disclosure risks
  • Perform security reviews of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and implementations
  • Review vendor security documentation, architecture diagrams, and technical controls
  • Identify security gaps and provide risk-based recommendations and guardrails to stakeholders
  • Collaborate with procurement, legal, and business teams on vendor onboarding and ongoing monitoring requirements.
IAM & Enterprise Application Management (40%)
  • Support Shadow IT discovery and risk assessment initiatives using enterprise tooling
  • Evaluate security risks associated with unsanctioned applications and browser extensions
  • Assist with managing and reducing risk relating to non-human identity (NHI) including service accounts and API keys.
  • Assess access control implementations across enterprise applications and also members of HubSpot's global contractor base.
  • Review OAuth grants, SAML configurations, and application integrations for security risks
  • Support identity governance initiatives and access certification processes
  • Collaborate and support the enterprise application management team on shared security initiatives

What we're looking for
  • 5+ years of experience in application security, vendor risk management, cloud security, and/or related field
  • Experience with security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of API security (REST, GraphQL, authentication/authorization)
  • Strong understanding of IAM principles (RBAC, ABAC, least privilege) and modern authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0, SAML)
  • Experience with non-human identity management (service accounts, API tokens, certificates)
  • Understanding of SaaS architectures, access controls, and integration security
  • Excellent prioritization, organization, and time management skills to suit a high-volume environment.
  • Understanding of LLM and generative AI security challenges and the emerging threat landscape.
  • Strong project management and communication skills to support a highly cross-functional work environment.
  • Working knowledge of privacy and compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA)
  • Background in technical due diligence or managing large-scale supplier security programs (preferred)
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or CRISC are a plus


Pay & Benefits

The cash compensation below includes base salary, on-target commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets under HubSpot's bonus plan for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, some roles are eligible to participate in HubSpot's equity plan to receive restricted stock units (RSUs). Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Individual compensation packages are tailored to your skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

This resource will help guide how we recommend thinking about the range you see. Learn more about HubSpot's compensation philosophy.

Benefits are also an important piece of your total compensation package. Explore the benefits and perks HubSpot offers to help employees grow better.

At HubSpot, fair compensation practices aren't just about checking off the box for legal compliance. It's about living out our value of transparency with our employees, candidates, and community.

Annual Cash Compensation Range:

$95,600-$143,400 USD

We know the confidence gap and impostor syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you.

At HubSpot, we value both flexibility and connection. Whether you're a Remote employee or work from the Office, we want you to start your journey here by building strong connections with your team and peers. If you are joining our Engineering team, you will be required to attend a regional HubSpot office for in-person onboarding. If you join our broader Product team, you'll also attend other in-person events, such as your Product Group Summit and other gatherings, to continue building on those connections.

If you require an accommodation due to travel limitations or other reasons, please inform your recruiter during the hiring process. We are committed to supporting candidates who may need alternative arrangements


About HubSpot

HubSpot is a leading growth platform. Since 2006, HubSpot has been on a mission to make the world more inbound. Today, over 100,000 customers in more than 120 countries use HubSpot's award-winning software, services, and support to transform the way they attract, engage, and delight customers. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, MA with offices in Dublin, Ireland; Singapore; Sydney, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Berlin, Germany; Bogotá, Colombia; and Portsmouth, NH.
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Size
6,404 employees
Market Cap
$13.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$85 million
Founded
2006
5 Year Trend
+36.9%
Revenue
$883 million
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