Senior Manager, Cybersecurity- Strategy & Management Consulting

Sia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA / FSA options

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Sia, a next-generation global management consulting group, seeks a Cybersecurity Senior Manager to lead engagements, expand the New York market, and shape the firm’s cybersecurity practice.

You will mentor high-performing teams, drive key accounts, and ensure delivery excellence across cybersecurity initiatives while staying ahead of evolving threats and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity and management consulting, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven track record of business development and client relationship management in the New York City market.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Experience with risk management, incident response, and security operations.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with Sia's business objectives and consulting services.
• Lead and manage the cybersecurity consulting team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Drive business development efforts in the New York City market by expanding service offerings and identifying new growth opportunities.
• Support the hub’s cybersecurity business expansion activities and coordinate go-to-market initiatives across priority offerings.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients and strategic stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their cybersecurity needs and deliver tailored solutions that address their challenges.
• Ensure efficient staffing and streamlined delivery management across cybersecurity initiatives.
• Participate in hiring, career development, performance evaluation, and retention of cybersecurity talent.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats, and recommend proactive measures to enhance Sia's security posture.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the status of cybersecurity initiatives and business development efforts to senior management and stakeholders.
• Participate in major cybersecurity trade shows attended by C-Level executives and drive the achievement of relevant cybersecurity clearances.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Cybersecurity

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Sia's Cybersecurity & AI Trust Business Line is where boardroom strategy meets deep technical expertise. With over 100 experts across five continents, we help Boards and C-suite executives secure, govern and scale their most critical technologies, from cyber resilience to AI security, AI governance and data protection. In North America, our clients are Fortune 500 companies, primarily financial institutions, big tech and life sciences leaders.

Job Description

The Cybersecurity Senior Manager will be a key contributor to the expansion of Sia’s cybersecurity consulting services in the New York market, reinforcing the firm’s position as a trusted advisor.

This role requires deep cybersecurity expertise combined with consulting and business development experience. The successful candidate will lead cybersecurity engagements and key account development, while mentoring high-performing teams and ensuring delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with Sia's business objectives and consulting services.
• Lead and manage the cybersecurity consulting team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Drive business development efforts in the New York City market by expanding service offerings and identifying new growth opportunities.
• Support the hub’s cybersecurity business expansion activities and coordinate go-to-market initiatives across priority offerings.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients and strategic stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their cybersecurity needs and deliver tailored solutions that address their challenges.
• Ensure efficient staffing and streamlined delivery management across cybersecurity initiatives.
• Participate in hiring, career development, performance evaluation, and retention of cybersecurity talent.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats, and recommend proactive measures to enhance Sia's security posture.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the status of cybersecurity initiatives and business development efforts to senior management and stakeholders.
• Participate in major cybersecurity trade shows attended by C-Level executives and drive the achievement of relevant cybersecurity clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity and management consulting, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven track record of business development and client relationship management in the New York City market.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Experience with risk management, incident response, and security operations.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with cross-functional teams and clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Sia invests in total rewards that support how our people work, live, and grow.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $190,000–$210,000. Actual compensation within this range will bedeterminedbased on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factorspermittedby applicable law.
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Personal Sales Bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision; company-paid life and AD&D; voluntary supplemental insurance and EAP
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting; HSA and FSA options
• College savings and student loan repayment programs
• Paid parental leave; generous PTO, nine company holidays, and one floating holiday
• Cell phone stipend; well-being and professional development programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Workplace

Sia values in-person collaboration. When serving clients, consultants maybe requiredto work onsite at a client location based on engagement needs. Between client engagements, consultants are expected to work from a Sia office or approved coworking location at least three days per week. Candidates shouldresidewithin a reasonable commuting distance of a Sia office or approved coworking location. Sia maintains offices and coworking arrangements across multiple U.S. markets,includingNew York City, Charlotte, Greater Seattle, San Francisco Greater Bay Area,Los Angeles,Houston, Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago,Washington D.C.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse,equitable,and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.