Supply Chain Security and Third-Party Risk Management

Security Operations and Risk Protection October 25, 2025
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Introduction

In today's interconnected business environment, organizations increasingly rely on complex supply chains and third-party vendors to deliver products and services. This dependency introduces significant security vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors. Supply chain security has become a critical component of organizational resilience, requiring proactive risk management strategies. This course provides comprehensive methodologies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout your supply chain ecosystem, ensuring business continuity and protecting organizational assets from potential disruptions and security breaches.

Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Understand fundamental supply chain security concepts and frameworks
  • Identify and assess third-party security risks and vulnerabilities
  • Develop effective vendor security assessment methodologies
  • Implement supply chain risk management controls and measures
  • Establish security requirements in third-party contracts and agreements
  • Monitor and audit third-party security compliance
  • Respond to supply chain security incidents and breaches
  • Integrate supply chain security into organizational risk management
  • Develop continuous improvement processes for supply chain security

Target Audience

  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Procurement Professionals
  • Risk Management Officers
  • Security Directors and Managers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Vendor Management Teams
  • Operations Managers
  • IT Security Professionals

Methodology

  • Case studies of supply chain security breaches
  • Vendor risk assessment simulations
  • Contract review and analysis exercises
  • Group discussions on risk mitigation strategies
  • Scenario-based planning exercises
  • Vendor security assessment workshops
  • Tabletop exercises for incident response

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced ability to identify and assess supply chain risks
  • Improved skills in vendor security management
  • Stronger contract negotiation capabilities
  • Increased awareness of global supply chain threats
  • Better incident response planning skills
  • Enhanced analytical and assessment capabilities

Organizational Impact

  • Reduced risk of supply chain disruptions
  • Improved vendor security performance
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance
  • Stronger business continuity capabilities
  • Cost savings through risk mitigation
  • Improved stakeholder confidence

Course Outline

Understanding Supply Chain Security Fundamentals

Core Concepts and Importance
  • Definition and scope of supply chain security
  • Evolution of supply chain threats and vulnerabilities
  • Regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Business impact of supply chain disruptions
  • Global supply chain security challenges
Security Frameworks and Standards
  • ISO 28000 supply chain security standards
  • NIST supply chain risk management framework
  • Industry-specific security requirements
  • Best practices in supply chain security

Third-Party Risk Identification and Assessment

Risk Identification Techniques
  • Mapping the supply chain ecosystem
  • Identifying critical suppliers and dependencies
  • Recognizing single points of failure
  • Geopolitical and regional risk factors
  • Cyber security risks in digital supply chains
Risk Assessment Methodologies
  • Developing risk assessment criteria
  • Quantitative and qualitative risk analysis
  • Risk scoring and prioritization methods
  • Vulnerability assessment techniques

Vendor Security Management

Vendor Selection and Onboarding
  • Security requirements in vendor selection
  • Due diligence processes and checks
  • Security questionnaires and assessments
  • Contractual security requirements
  • Service level agreements for security
Ongoing Vendor Management
  • Continuous monitoring strategies
  • Performance and security metrics
  • Regular security assessments and audits
  • Vendor security compliance tracking

Security Controls and Mitigation Strategies

Preventive Controls
  • Physical security requirements for suppliers
  • Information security controls
  • Access management for third parties
  • Data protection and privacy measures
Mitigation and Response Planning
  • Developing contingency plans
  • Incident response for supply chain issues
  • Business continuity planning
  • Alternative supplier strategies

Contractual and Legal Considerations

Contract Security Provisions
  • Security clauses and requirements
  • Liability and indemnification
  • Audit rights and access provisions
  • Data protection and privacy terms
Compliance and Legal Framework
  • Regulatory compliance requirements
  • International trade and security regulations
  • Intellectual property protection
  • Dispute resolution mechanisms

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Performance Monitoring
  • Key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Security metrics and reporting
  • Dashboard and monitoring tools
  • Regular review processes
Improvement Strategies
  • Lessons learned from incidents
  • Industry benchmarking
  • Technology adoption for supply chain security
  • Stakeholder engagement and feedback

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