Cyber Security Director - Public Sector (Location: Tallahassee)

RSM US LLP; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 141,900 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking a Public Sector Security and Privacy Director in Florida to lead the CYBER Risk and Data Protection practice. You will expand delivery capabilities, drive innovation, and oversee security services for government clients, translating complex risks into strategic guidance.

The role requires strong leadership, proven experience building a security and privacy practice, and the ability to travel up to 50% to serve federal, state, and local clients while growing trusted client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• In-depth knowledge of security and privacy frameworks and standards (NIST 800 series, MARS-E, FIPS, NIST CSF, CMMC, FISMA).
• Established relationships within federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Proven track record of building and growing a security and privacy practice.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed for client work.

Responsibilities

• Work with the public sector CYBER leader to grow the public sector CYBER practice through expansion of the team and skillsets.
• Provide oversight and training to managers and staff during service delivery to ensure quality.
• Use business development skills to acquire clients and expand existing relationships.
• Identify business opportunities and enhance go-to-market strategies.
• Communicate risks and solutions to clients in executive-friendly terms.

Skills

People management

Cybersecurity leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Security frameworks knowledge

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

Public Sector Security and Privacy Director

To meet the evolving cybersecurity needs of our clients, RSM US LLP has established the Cyber Risk and Data Protection (CYBER) group – an elite team of over 250 professionals dedicated exclusively to cybersecurity. With experienced consultants located nationwide, this group helps clients proactively prevent, detect, and respond to threats targeting their critical systems and data. We serve a broad spectrum of industries and are trusted for our deep expertise in security testing, architecture, governance, compliance, and digital forensics.

We are currently seeking a CYBER Director to join our Public Sector team and lead efforts in the Florida market. This strategic role will focus on expanding delivery capabilities and driving innovation within our Consulting Services Practice. The Director will play a key role in advancing RSM’s mission to build a world‑class consulting organization‑ delivering solutions that address information security risks, vulnerabilities, incidents, data breaches, secure architecture, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the public sector CYBER leader to continue building out our public sector CYBER practice through expansion of team size and skill‑sets.
• Provide oversight and training to managers and staff during the delivery of security services to ensure quality delivery while allowing staff to learn and grow.
• Use proven business development skills to acquire additional clients and expand relationships with existing clients.
• Identify business opportunities and enhance go‑to‑market strategies.
• Be able to communicate to clients regarding the strategic and tactical risks of advanced security threats, the methods malicious actors compromise such issues, and potential solutions that may prevent such incidents from occurring.
• Communicate complex technical issues to client senior management through the ability to transform such data into layman and executive style reports and presentations.
• Leverage industry and technical expertise to identify improvement opportunities for assigned clients and assist with the development of remediation services for identified findings.
• Ensure revenue goals are being met and client service offerings are responsive to the changing needs in the business environment.

Basic Qualifications

• MUST BE LOCATED IN TALLAHASSEE
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field from an accredited college/university
• In‑depth knowledge of the security and privacy frameworks and standards such as NIST 800 series, MARS‑E, FIPS series, NIST CSF, CMMC, FISMA, and other cybersecurity laws and regulations
• In‑depth knowledge of security tools and emerging technology being used in the state government sector
• Established relationships within federal, state, and local government agencies
• Successful track record of building and growing a security and privacy practice
• Proven demonstration of the ability to manage a marketing campaign to launch a new or expanded services
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and a proven record of success with identifying and obtaining new service opportunities and taking the opportunities through the sales cycle
• Demonstrates thorough abilities to identify and address client needs, including developing and sustaining meaningful client relationships and understand the client’s business
• Proven people skills: demonstrates thorough knowledge and/or a proven track record of success with operating in a professional services firm or large consultancy
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate
• Ability to travel both locally and beyond your geographical location as needed to support RSM’s public sector practice. Travel up to 50% is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP); Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH); GIAC certifications or equivalent security certifications *
• Industry Thought Leadership
• Excellent written, oral, presentation skills, innovative thinker
• A proven record of success working seamlessly in a virtual environment to complete projects with team members based in various locations, domestically and globally
• Demonstrates creative thinking, individual initiative, and flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks
• Keeps up to date with the public sector Security and Privacy Industry - following the industry’s advancements, challenges, and discovery

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre‑disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800‑274‑3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

RSM does not intend to hire entry‑level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future (i.e. F‑1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1‑2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $141,900 - $286,000

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.