Consultant- Cybersecurity

Sia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health coverage

401K plan with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in New York is seeking a Consultant- Cybersecurity to lead diverse projects and support cybersecurity engagements. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of management consulting experience in cyber-focused roles. The position offers competitive compensation and robust benefits. This role is perfect for those looking to thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of client-facing management consulting experience with a cyber focus.
• Experience in regulatory assessments (NIST, ISO, etc.) and operational resilience frameworks.
• Willingness to obtain certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CEH.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cybersecurity engagements across industries.
• Contribute to high-quality deliverables communicating project findings.
• Facilitate effective communication and meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Cyber risk management

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Cloud security expertise

Data privacy laws knowledge

Business continuity planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or Mathematics

Tools

NIST

ISO 2700x

CISSP

CISM

Job description

Overview

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Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Sia’s Cybersecurity team is the powerhouse of our firm’s innovation. With over 350 experts worldwide, we tackle projects from proof-of-concept to large-scale deployment, always pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities. By joining Sia’s Cybersecurity team, you’ll step into a vibrant, collaborative environment that nurtures professional growth and empowers you to shape the future of consulting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and/or support cybersecurity engagements across diverse industries as part of on-site or remote project teams
• Contribute to the development of high-quality and timely deliverables that clearly communicate project findings and recommendations
• Facilitate effective meetings and communicate project outcomes and technical findings clearly to stakeholders across various levels of the client organization
• Execute industry-standard and regulatory assessments (e.g., NIST, ISO 2700x, U.S. Privacy Laws, DORA, GDPR, NYDFS Part 500, SWIFT CSCF)
• Collaborate closely with internal and client stakeholders to support effective engagement execution
• Deliver regular status updates to project stakeholders including Senior Management
• Assist in business development efforts, including client proposals and thought leadership
• Engage in internal initiatives and contribute to the growth of the Cybersecurity practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business Management, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Mathematics, or related fields
• Two or more years of recent client-facing management consulting experience with emphasis on cyber-related projects, covering topics such as cyber risk, regulatory requirements and control frameworks (NIST, ISO, CMMC, SANS, etc.)
• Operational Resilience frameworks including BCP/DR policies and procedures, tabletop exercises, incident response and crisis management
• Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) experience; Penetration testing; Vulnerability and patch management; Cloud security and/or network expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong knowledge of data privacy and protection laws and regulations (e.g., EU-GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, GLBA, CDPA)
• Holds or is willing to obtain within the first year one of the following certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CEH, etc.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with salary ranges typically aligned to experience
• Robust health coverage including multiple medical plans, dental and vision
• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance
• 401K retirement plan with matching; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Family-friendly benefits including paid parental leave
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Well-being programs and employee assistance resources

Additional Information

• Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.
• Work Authorization & Sponsorship: Sia does not pursue employment visa sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services

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