Cyber Resilience Architect

McKinsey & Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 173,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in Washington, D.C. is seeking a cybersecurity professional to join client-based teams focused on establishing cyber resilience and enterprise-wide strategies.

You will work across hub locations in New York, Washington DC, and Silicon Valley to tailor security programs to client priorities. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with a drive to deliver sustainable security capabilities and digital resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or business with technology focus.
• 4+ years of cybersecurity experience in corporate or professional services.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Data-driven decision making based on evidence.
• Ability to produce work products (PowerPoint, Excel, reports).
• Willingness to travel and work across hubs (NYC, DC, Silicon Valley).
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies tailored to client priorities.
• Assess cyber risk and resilience, secure digital transformations, and establish crisis preparedness.
• Gather data, test hypotheses, and develop client-ready recommendations.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients and leadership.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Project management

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Math

Graduate degree a plus

Job description

McKinsey & Company in Washington, D.C. is seeking a cybersecurity professional to join client-based teams focused on establishing cyber resilience and enterprise-wide strategies.

You will work across hub locations in New York, Washington DC, and Silicon Valley to tailor security programs to client priorities. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with a drive to deliver sustainable security capabilities and digital resilience.