National Security Cybersecurity Governance Lead

Alvarez & Marsal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm delivering hands-on solutions across client problems and helping them reach potential. Our team focuses on national security-focused risk analysis and mitigation with Zero Trust architectures and IAM controls.

The role emphasizes strong governance, enterprise security assessments, and cross-functional leadership. The salary range is $100,000 - $140,000 annually, with a discretionary bonus program and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in technology companies delivering controlled technology nationally and internationally.
• Experience with NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-218, NIST SP 800-161, and/or ISO 27001.
• Experience in cybersecurity governance (working with NIST CSF; NIST 800-171 and -53; CIS-18 IG1 and ISO 27001).
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java).
• Background in network and cloud-based platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies and deployments.
• Experience with Big Data platforms (on premise and cloud).
• Ability to obtain a USG security clearance.
• One or more relevant industry certification: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA CASP+, CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001, or comparable certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams in advisory, oversight, and audit projects related to FDI national security reviews, export and technology controls, and CMMC.
• Design and implement Zero Trust architectures and IAM solutions, including PAM and RBAC.
• Conduct enterprise security assessments focusing on identity governance and Zero Trust implementation.
• Direct security assessments of applications and software, including architecture reviews and code analysis.
• Analyze penetration test results and develop remediation roadmaps.
• Implement SIEM, IGA, and PAM to enable automated compliance monitoring.
• Create and maintain project artifacts and governance frameworks.
• Travel up to 20% to client sites and assessment locations.

Skills

Cybersecurity governance

NIST standards knowledge

Programming (Python/Java)

Cloud platforms (GCP/AWS)

Containerization

Big Data platforms experience

USG security clearance eligibility

Analytical thinking

Tools

GCP

AWS

Kubernetes

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm delivering hands-on solutions across client problems and helping them reach potential. Our team focuses on national security-focused risk analysis and mitigation with Zero Trust architectures and IAM controls.

The role emphasizes strong governance, enterprise security assessments, and cross-functional leadership. The salary range is $100,000 - $140,000 annually, with a discretionary bonus program and comprehensive benefits.