Senior Cyber Strategy Consultant

EY; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical & dental coverage

Pension/401(k) and paid time off

Job summary

EY is seeking a Senior Consultant in Cyber Strategy to evaluate cybersecurity programs, identify opportunities to strengthen risk governance, and develop practical strategies aligned with business objectives. You will lead assessments, interview stakeholders, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for clients across diverse industries.

You will contribute to target operating models, roadmaps, and governance frameworks while delivering client-ready deliverables and executive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or a graduate degree with 2–4 years of experience.
• Experience in cybersecurity assessments, governance, risk management, and policy development.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS, PCI) and reporting to executive stakeholders.
• Strong presentation and client-facing communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cybersecurity strategy and transformation engagements for clients across industries.

Skills

Cybersecurity concepts

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Executive presentations

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IS, CS, Engineering, Business, Risk Management or related field

Graduate degree + 2-4 years experience

Tools

NIST CSF

NIST 800-53

ISO 27001/27002

CIS Controls

PCI DSS

Job description

EY is seeking a Senior Consultant in Cyber Strategy to evaluate cybersecurity programs, identify opportunities to strengthen risk governance, and develop practical strategies aligned with business objectives. You will lead assessments, interview stakeholders, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for clients across diverse industries.

You will contribute to target operating models, roadmaps, and governance frameworks while delivering client-ready deliverables and executive