Senior Enterprise Security Architect and Strategic Leader

EY; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 426,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in the United States seeks a Senior Manager to lead Enterprise Security Architecture engagements, shaping security strategy for large enterprises and guiding executive‑level relationships. You will deliver high‑quality work across industries and influence EY’s security practice through thought leadership and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

You will mentor teams, shape service offerings, and contribute to business development, while traveling 25–50% as needed to meet client objectives and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years or graduate degree and 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in enterprise security architecture strategy, assessment and future‑state design.
• Knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST 800‑53, ISO 27001/27002, CIS Controls, SABSA.
• Experience leading client‑facing security architecture engagements and driving delivery.
• Willingness to travel 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client engagements, executive‑level relationships and delivery quality.
• Oversee architecture assessments, Zero Trust programs, and cloud security initiatives.
• Drive business development, proposals and account growth within EY's Cyber practice.
• Mentor Managers, Senior Consultants and Consultants; foster technical excellence.

Skills

Enterprise security architecture

Executive relationships

Zero Trust program design

Cloud security architecture

Security governance

Business development

Executive storytelling

Team leadership

Thought leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IS/Engineering

Job description

EY in the United States seeks a Senior Manager to lead Enterprise Security Architecture engagements, shaping security strategy for large enterprises and guiding executive‑level relationships. You will deliver high‑quality work across industries and influence EY’s security practice through thought leadership and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

You will mentor teams, shape service offerings, and contribute to business development, while traveling 25–50% as needed to meet client objectives and