Associate Director, Cyber Architecture and Engineering

KPMG US; San Juan (PR); Remote; USD 139,000 - 297,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG US seeks an Associate Director in Cyber Architecture and Engineering to lead security strategies within GCP environments. This remote role involves managing security operations, mentoring team members, and driving automation. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in security architecture and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Health plans

401(k)

Well-being benefits

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security architecture, especially in GCP.
• Experience leading security projects and understanding regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage GCP security strategies.
• Support security operations and incident response.
• Drive automation for security monitoring.

Skills

Security Architecture

GCP

Security Tooling

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

CISSP certification

Google Cloud Security Engineer certification

Job description

Associate Director, Cyber Architecture and Engineering

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Overview

KPMG is a renowned firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services across key industries. We foster a culture of individual development, inclusion, innovation, and community support. Recognized among the best workplaces by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, and others, we invite passionate professionals to join our team.

Position Details

This remote opportunity within our Enterprise Security Services organization involves developing and managing security strategies, supporting security operations, and driving automation in GCP environments.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and manage Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security strategies, ensuring alignment with company goals and addressing threats.
2. Support security operations and incident response, including threat hunting, forensic analysis, and remediation.
3. Oversee GCP and Workbench security tooling integration, automation, and processes for comprehensive security monitoring.
4. Stay current with cybersecurity practices, mentor team members, and provide thought leadership.
5. Drive automation to improve security monitoring and response, documenting processes in playbooks and guides.
6. Build relationships with internal teams and security vendors to ensure strategy alignment and collaboration.

Qualifications

1. At least eight years of recent experience in security architecture, with expertise in GCP and security tooling.
2. Bachelor's degree preferred; CISSP and Google Cloud Security Engineer certifications are preferred.
3. Experience leading security projects and understanding regulatory requirements like NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA.
4. Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence in a matrixed environment.
5. Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Additional Information

KPMG offers a competitive benefits package, including health plans, 401(k), and well-being benefits. Salary ranges vary by location, with California ranging from $139,000 to $297,000. For more details, visit this link.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not require COVID-19 vaccination for employees unless mandated by law. We consider applicants on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged.