Cybersecurity - Management Consultant - Sr Consultant/Manager

Company Description

Wavestone is a global consulting firm with over 5,500 professionals across 17 countries, dedicated to helping organizations navigate complex business and technology challenges. We combine deep industry expertise with a comprehensive portfolio of transformation services—including business strategy, data strategy, cybersecurity, and digital transformation to name a few—to deliver measurable results. Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for each client, with a strong presence in key industries such as Financial Services, Energy, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Insurance, etc.

In North America, Wavestone operates from hubs in New York City, Pittsburgh, Dallas and Toronto, working closely with CEOs and technology leaders to optimize IT strategy, sourcing models, and business processes. We’re committed to building lasting partnerships with our clients and fostering a culture of growth and innovation within our team. From day one, Wavestone consultants are immersed in high-impact projects that accelerate their development as confident leaders and trusted business advisors.

By joining Wavestone, you can expect to be working on one of more of our core 4 capabilities:

Business Consulting – Business Strategy & Transformation, Organizational Effectiveness & Change Management, Operating Model Design & Agility, Program Leadership & Project Management, Marketing, Innovation, & Customer Experience,

Technology Consulting – IT Strategy & CTO Advisory, Technology Delivery, Data & Artificial Intelligence, Software & Application: Development & Integration, SAP Consulting, Insurance/Reinsurance.

Cybersecurity - Cyber Transformation Remediation, Cyber Defense & Recovery, Digital Identity, Audit & Incident Response, Product & Industrial Cybersecurity.

Sourcing & Service Optimization - Global Services Strategy, IT & Business Process Services Outsourcing, Global In-House Center Support, Services Optimization, Sourcing Program Management

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!

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Job Description

We are looking for teammates to join our Cybersecurity business circle, which is one part of the larger Cybersecurity Global Practice, an independent in-house team of 700+ people working seamlessly across the globe (between the US, 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 target on 3 different types of engagements:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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 business development activities 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 people development by sharing knowledge, mentoring, and coaching team members and leading by example
• Collaborating and coordinating across the different location (US, 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.

Qualifications

• 5-9 years’ experience in external client-facing consulting or equivalent role (IT, management, or cybersecurity focused consulting)
• Bachelor’s degree minimum
• 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 produced 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

*Only candidates legally authorized to work for any employer in the U.S on a full time basis without the need for sponsorship will be considered. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Additional Information

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!

Benefits

• 25 PTO / 6 Federal Holidays / 4 Floating Holidays
• Great parental leave (birthing parent: 4 months | supporting parent: 2 months)
• Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Match
• HSA/FSA
• Up to 16% 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 depends 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.

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