Cybersecurity – Management Consultant – Senior Consultant/Manager

Wavestone SA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic global consulting firm that empowers businesses to thrive in the digital age. As a Cybersecurity Management Consultant, you'll play a crucial role in aligning cybersecurity strategies with organizational goals, enhancing security posture, and ensuring operational excellence. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with top-tier clients, including Fortune 500 companies, while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, you will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to making a positive impact in the world of cybersecurity. If you're ready to shape the future of consulting and drive meaningful change, this role is for you.

Benefits

Great parental leave

Medical / Dental / Vision coverage

401K Savings Plan with Company Match

HSA/FSA

Employee Stock Options Plan (ESPP)

Regular Compensation increases based on performance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in client-facing consulting roles with a focus on cybersecurity.
• Proven background in leading cybersecurity transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Participate in business development and mentoring team members.

Skills

Cybersecurity Strategy/Maturity

Security Governance

Risk Assessment/Management

Identity & Access Management

Incident response and Threat intelligence

Operational Resilience

Crisis Management

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Cybersecurity frameworks

Risk management tools

Incident response tools

Job description

Cybersecurity - Management Consultant - Senior Consultant/Manager

• Full-time

Wavestone is a global consulting powerhouse dedicated to empowering businesses to navigate today's dynamic and competitive landscape. With a presence in 17 countries and a team of over 5,500 experts, we combine first-class sector expertise with a 360° transformation portfolio of high-value consulting services.

At Wavestone, we go beyond simply offering solutions – we strive to build lasting partnerships with our clients. Our collaborative approach ensures we understand your unique challenges and tailor our strategies to achieve your specific goals. We are passionate about fostering a culture of positive transformation – empowering businesses to not only survive but thrive in the ever-evolving world of technology, digitalization, and artificial intelligence.

As a leading global consulting firm, Wavestone is deeply rooted in the vibrant business landscapes of the United States. With offices in New York City and Dallas, we leverage the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of these cities to deliver exceptional consulting services. With a deep understanding of industries like Financial Services, Energy, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Transportation, and Retail, we offer a comprehensive range of IT transformation and business consulting services. From Cybersecurity and Operational Resilience to Data Strategy and Artificial Intelligence, Wavestone is a trusted partner in driving positive outcomes and setting new standards of excellence.

Join us for a rewarding career in management consulting, offering competitive compensation, continuous learning, and many opportunities for professional growth. Shape the future of consulting and make a lasting impact - Apply now to join our team!

We are looking for teammates to join our Cybersecurity business circle, which is one part of the larger Cybersecurity Global Practice, an independent and in-house team of 700+ people working seamlessly across the globe (New York, Dallas, London and Paris). We have developed a 360° expertise from strategies, operating models, Executive-level supports to Incident Response, Red teaming, security architecture with a focus on major transformation programs, and more.

At the crossroads of management and digital consulting, you will assist large organizations - including FTSE 100, Fortune 500 and CAC40 clients - in their most critical transformations. Our key objectives are to align cybersecurity strategies with client priorities and organizational goals; support top management in achieving their security targets through pragmatic solutions; and foster a culture of security awareness and proactive risk management across the organization.

You will be responsible for delivering pragmatic and agile cybersecurity strategies that align client priorities and support top management in achieving their security targets in three different types of engagements:

• Innovate for Clients, Partners, and Employees
  • Develop and implement strategies for:
    • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
    • IT and OT Cybersecurity Convergence
    • Technology & Asset Management
    • Third-Party Risk Management
  • Facilitate innovation that enhances security posture and operational efficiency.
• Protect Clients
  • Define security principles and architecture.
  • Conduct cybersecurity maturity assessments.
  • Integrate security measures into projects to ensure alignment with business goals.
  • Lead incident response efforts and manage crisis situations to enhance resilience.
• Ensure Operational Excellence
  • Converge cybersecurity with operational resilience.
  • Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for cybersecurity initiatives.
  • Manage risk effectively while ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Oversee program development and management for ongoing cybersecurity efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Managing engagements (totally or partially regarding your level of experience) with our clients, responsible for the day to day running of the engagements, including developing strategic recommendations and guidance, and ensure the highest quality service for our clients.
• Participating in the business development activity of the global practice which will include full lifecycle from pre-sales support, identification of cyber opportunities & scope the delivery phase of engagements.
• Participating in the people development by sharing knowledge, mentoring, and coaching team members and leading by example.
• Collaborating and coordinating across the different locations (New York, Dallas, London and Paris) in order to participate in the global practice development by creating thought leadership and marketing materials for selling and promoting our offerings.
• Continuing to upskill and stay current with the market.
• Based on your profile and background, contribute to various internal activities (Career development, Thought leadership, etc.).

We are recruiting across several levels of seniority from Senior Consultant to Manager.

• 3-5 years’ experience in external client-facing consulting or equivalent role (IT, management, or cybersecurity focused consulting).
• Proven background leading Cybersecurity transformation programs both operational and strategic.
• Good technical understanding to bring credibility to advisory work.
• Ability to manage transformation projects.
• Proven track record of supporting business development activities (account planning, pitches, proposals, value proposition development), based on your profile and background.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels of an organization, experience in managing and leading teams, developing and coaching junior members of staff, based on your profile and background.
• Skills to create and deliver meaningful presentations with an impact and produce high quality reports.
• Comprehensive knowledge of at least 4 of the below Cybersecurity and/or Operational Resilience topics:
  • Cyber Security Strategy/Maturity
  • Security Governance
  • Awareness & Training
  • Risk Assessment/Management
  • Security Strategy and Assurance
  • Data Protection & Privacy
  • Data Leakage Prevention
  • Identity & Access Management
  • Incident response and Threat intelligence
  • Cloud security & Zero Trust
  • Operational Resilience
  • Crisis Management
  • Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
  • Third party management and Exit Strategy
  • Network securities

Our Commitment

Wavestone values and Positive Way.

At Wavestone, we believe our employees are our greatest ambassadors. By embodying our shared values, vision, mission, and corporate brand, you'll become a powerful force for positive change. We are united by a shared commitment to making a positive impact, no matter where we are. This is better defined by our value base, "The Positive Way," which serves as the glue that binds us together:

• Energetic- A positive attitude gives energy to lead projects to success. While we may not control the circumstances, we can always choose how we respond to them.
• Responsible- We act with integrity and take ownership of our decisions and actions, considering their impact around us.
• Together- We want to be a great team, not a team of greats. The team's strength is each individual member, each member's strength is the team.

We are Energetic, Responsible and Together!

• Great parental leave (birthing parent: 4 months | supporting parent: 2 months)
• Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Match
• HSA/FSA
• [insert target bonus range for SC to M grade] % bonus based on personal and company performance with room to grow as you progress in your career.
• Regular Compensation increases based on performance.
• Employee Stock Options Plan (ESPP).

Travel and Location

This full-time position is based in our New York office. You must reside or be willing to relocate within commutable distance to the office.
Travel requirements tend to fluctuate depending on your projects and client needs.

Diversity and Inclusion

Wavestone seeks diversity among our team members and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Wavestone, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We have a strong global CSR agenda and an active Diversity & Inclusion committee with Gender Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability Inclusion and Anti-Racism networks.

If you need flexibility, assistance, or an adjustment to our recruitment process due to a disability or impairment, you may reach out to us to discuss this.