Senior Consultant Cybersecurity (Strategy)

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Montreal seeks a Senior Consultant for its Cybersecurity group. The role entails conducting Cyber Maturity Assessments, developing cybersecurity strategies, and establishing control frameworks. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years in cybersecurity governance, hold relevant certifications, and are bilingual in English and French. This position emphasizes strong communication and project management skills.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Professional development opportunities

Flexible recruitment process

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity governance consulting.
• Certifications like CISM, CRISC, CISSP, ISO 27001 preferred.
• Bilingual in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Cyber Maturity Assessments (CMA).
• Develop cybersecurity strategies aligned with business needs.
• Establish cybersecurity control frameworks.

Skills

Project management

Cybersecurity governance

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Information Systems or relevant field

Tools

GRC solutions

Cybersecurity frameworks

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll be part of a diverse team of dedicated professionals with a shared goal: helping our clients and communities around the world overcome their challenges.

We are looking for a talented individual to join our Technology Risk Management practice as a Senior Consultant, specifically within our Cybersecurity group (Governance, Strategy, and Transformation).

We are currently looking to strengthen our capabilities in the field of cyber governance, which is why we are seeking a candidate who will join us on this journey and help grow our practice through their expertise in the subject!

What you will do

In collaboration with the team, you will be involved in the following assignments:

• Conduct Cyber Maturity Assessments (CMA)
• Develop cybersecurity strategies aligned with the business needs of organizations
• Draft and support the implementation of cybersecurity roadmaps
• Establish cybersecurity control frameworks
• Write policies, standards, and guidelines
• Deploy GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) solutions
• Integrate security into project lifecycles
• Analyze cybersecurity costs to identify optimization opportunities
• Assess the organizational capabilities of cybersecurity teams
• Implement strategic cybersecurity dashboards for executive stakeholders
• Contribute to business development efforts by responding to RFPs

What you bring to the role

You hold a degree from an engineering school or a postgraduate program in Information Systems, or any other relevant qualification.

• You have at least 3 to 5 years of experience working on projects or activities in a cybersecurity governance consulting role.
• Ideally, you hold certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISSP, ISO 27001, ISO 27005.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a complex environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both French and English.
• Hands-on experience in change and quality management.

The selected candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex strategic topics to a diverse range of stakeholders. This must be done in both English and French, as part of our client base is located in English-speaking regions of Canada, such as Ontario.

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.