Cyber Risk Advisory Senior Manager

USA, NY, New York (1230 Ave of the Americas, 7th Fl)

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Provide supplementary strategic direction to a network of 25+ professionals, helping clients transform and align their cybersecurity and risk management functions to business needs in order to drive strategic decisions and investments. Lead client delivery and execution with a growing team of Cyber Assessors, Cyber Strategists, Threat and Risk Modelers, and Risk Management professionals.Work with clients across a variety of industry verticals, including energy, financial services, health and pharmaceuticals, high-tech, manufacturing, and oil and gas.Lead project teams to refine and apply Booz Allen's cyber assessment capabilities and solutions to address each client's strategic, operational, and regulatory assessment needs. Apply expertise to lead the identification and assessment of programmatic gaps, technical vulnerabilities, and risks to client systems and environments using qualitative and quantitative approaches, such as cyber risk quantification (CRQ), FAIR, and MITRE ATT&CK, and design risk-aligned mitigation solutions.Ensure that all deliverables are of the highest quality, and that tasks are executed in accordance with established schedules and budgets. Work with Account Managers and Capability and Market leaders to build relationships with clients and identify future opportunities for capture at strategic clients, such as Fortune 500 and Global 1000. Contribute to or lead work capture activities, including facilitating sales meetings, responding to Request for Proposals (RFPs), constructing bespoke project approaches, authoring proposals and Statements of Work (SOW), and designing pricing and staffing approaches. Mentor, lead, and grow a team to deliver outstanding work while partnering with our other delivery teams, including advanced analytics, cloud , OT, Security Testing, such as Red and Purple Team, and Incident Response , to design, build, and deliver integrated solutions to the market. Guide staff and embody a servant leadership mindset to prioritize their growth, well-being, and empowerment while also holding those under your management accountable for delivering client outcomes and business results.Establish trust and confidence in workforce by establishing quality standards, delegating responsibility, diplomatically navigating conflict, and fostering a culture that fosters accountability and high-quality results.
Basic Qualifications:
10+ years of experience leading enterprise consulting engagements with Fortune 500 and Global 1000 clients with a focus on delivering results to C-level executives, such as CIO, CTO, or CISO, and Director-level stakeholders, such as Security Director or GRC Director, including identifying root cause issues and recommending threat and risk-aligned mitigations that extend beyond basic control gaps to uplift our client's cyber resilience and withstand cyber threats and risks
8+ years of experience executing cybersecurity assessments against industry-standard frameworks, such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001
Experience in strategic advisory client-facing roles and leading delivery teams, managing client expectations, briefing executive stakeholders, such as C-suites and Board of Directors, leading projects from inception through completion, and leading cross-functional engagement teams comprising of 2-7 staff members in consulting or customer service delivery roles
Knowledge of technology and cybersecurity functions, such as asset management, identity and access management, cloud security, network security, security operations, or incident response, and technologies, such as SIEM , EDR, IPS/IDS, SAST, DAST, CASB/DLP, CSPM, or CWPP
Knowledge of cyber threat modeling and risk management frameworks and methodologies, such as FAIR, NIST RMF, COBIT, MITRE ATT&CK, PASTA, or STRIDE
Ability to showcase strong project management expertise and deliver results within specified timelines and budgets
Ability to identify root cause issues, analyze vulnerabilities, and propose risk-based mitigations that materially enhance organizational security risk posture
Ability to identify technology vulnerabilities using both manual and automated processes, including automated compliance and vulnerability scanners and system configuration reviews, such as CIS Benchmarks or STIGS
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or Liberal Arts
CISSP, CGRC, CEH, GSEC, OSCP, CISM, CISA, COBIT 5, or FAIR Certification
Additional Qualifications:
10+ years of experience working at a large Technology or Management Consulting Firm
5+ years of experience advising client's Cyber Risk Management, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), Technology Risk Management (TRM), or GRC Programs
Experience with application security, product security, DevOps, DevSecOps , and SDLC
Experience with cloud assessment methodologies, including utilizing built-in processes for assessing native cloud services, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness
Experience administering and assessing network devices and security, including routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection and prevention systems
Knowledge of SOC and threat hunting
Knowledge of emerging topics, including regulations, industry practices, and new technologies, such as AI, Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ), and Zero-Trust Architecture (ZTA)
Possession of strong verbal and written communication skills, including explaining complex technical ideas to diverse audiences and executives, such Board members, CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, and CISOs, and communicating effectively across all organizational levels via white papers, assessment reports, presentations, and briefs
Possession of strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including analyzing complex issues, identifying root cause, and framing results to strategic audiences, such as business executives and technology leaders
CRISC, MITRE ATT&CK, Certified Incident Handler (GCHI), or GIAC Enterprise Incident Response (GEIR)
Grow With Us
Your growth matters to us—that's why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs , tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.
A Place Where You Belong
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen's culture of respect, equity, and opportunity

means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you'll build your community in no time.
Our comprehensive benefits package

includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we'll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we've compiled a list of resources

so you'll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $139,400.00 to $259,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical

Cyber Risk Advisory Senior Manager Key Role:
Provide supplementary strategic direction to a network of 25+ professionals, helping clients transform and align their cybersecurity and risk management functions to business needs in order to drive strategic decisions and investments. Lead client delivery and execution with a growing team of Cyber Assessors, Cyber Strategists, Threat and Risk Modelers, and Risk Management professionals.Work with clients across a variety of industry verticals, including energy, financial services, health and pharmaceuticals, high-tech, manufacturing, and oil and gas.Lead project teams to refine and apply Booz Allen's cyber assessment capabilities and solutions to address each client's strategic, operational, and regulatory assessment needs. Apply expertise to lead the identification and assessment of programmatic gaps, technical vulnerabilities, and risks to client systems and environments using qualitative and quantitative approaches, such as cyber risk quantification (CRQ), FAIR, and MITRE ATT&CK, and design risk-aligned mitigation solutions.Ensure that all deliverables are of the highest quality, and that tasks are executed in accordance with established schedules and budgets. Work with Account Managers and Capability and Market leaders to build relationships with clients and identify future opportunities for capture at strategic clients, such as Fortune 500 and Global 1000. Contribute to or lead work capture activities, including facilitating sales meetings, responding to Request for Proposals (RFPs), constructing bespoke project approaches, authoring proposals and Statements of Work (SOW), and designing pricing and staffing approaches. Mentor, lead, and grow a team to deliver outstanding work while partnering with our other delivery teams, including advanced analytics, cloud , OT, Security Testing, such as Red and Purple Team, and Incident Response , to design, build, and deliver integrated solutions to the market. Guide staff and embody a servant leadership mindset to prioritize their growth, well-being, and empowerment while also holding those under your management accountable for delivering client outcomes and business results.Establish trust and confidence in workforce by establishing quality standards, delegating responsibility, diplomatically navigating conflict, and fostering a culture that fosters accountability and high-quality results.
Basic Qualifications:
10+ years of experience leading enterprise consulting engagements with Fortune 500 and Global 1000 clients with a focus on delivering results to C-level executives, such as CIO, CTO, or CISO, and Director-level stakeholders, such as Security Director or GRC Director, including identifying root cause issues and recommending threat and risk-aligned mitigations that extend beyond basic control gaps to uplift our client's cyber resilience and withstand cyber threats and risks

8+ years of experience executing cybersecurity assessments against industry-standard frameworks, such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001

Experience in strategic advisory client-facing roles and leading delivery teams, managing client expectations, briefing executive stakeholders, such as C-suites and Board of Directors, leading projects from inception through completion, and leading cross-functional engagement teams comprising of 2-7 staff members in consulting or customer service delivery roles

Knowledge of technology and cybersecurity functions, such as asset management, identity and access management, cloud security, network security, security operations, or incident response, and technologies, such as SIEM , EDR, IPS/IDS, SAST, DAST, CASB/DLP, CSPM, or CWPP

Knowledge of cyber threat modeling and risk management frameworks and methodologies, such as FAIR, NIST RMF, COBIT, MITRE ATT&CK, PASTA, or STRIDE

Ability to showcase strong project management expertise and deliver results within specified timelines and budgets

Ability to identify root cause issues, analyze vulnerabilities, and propose risk-based mitigations that materially enhance organizational security risk posture

Ability to identify technology vulnerabilities using both manual and automated processes, including automated compliance and vulnerability scanners and system configuration reviews, such as CIS Benchmarks or STIGS

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or Liberal Arts

CISSP, CGRC, CEH, GSEC, OSCP, CISM, CISA, COBIT 5, or FAIR Certification

Additional Qualifications:
10+ years of experience working at a large Technology or Management Consulting Firm

5+ years of experience advising client's Cyber Risk Management, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), Technology Risk Management (TRM), or GRC Programs

Experience with application security, product security, DevOps, DevSecOps , and SDLC

Experience with cloud assessment methodologies, including utilizing built-in processes for assessing native cloud services, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness

Experience administering and assessing network devices and security, including routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection and prevention systems

Knowledge of SOC and threat hunting

Knowledge of emerging topics, including regulations, industry practices, and new technologies, such as AI, Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ), and Zero-Trust Architecture (ZTA)

Possession of strong verbal and written communication skills, including explaining complex technical ideas to diverse audiences and executives, such Board members, CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, and CISOs, and communicating effectively across all organizational levels via white papers, assessment reports, presentations, and briefs

Possession of strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including analyzing complex issues, identifying root cause, and framing results to strategic audiences, such as business executives and technology leaders

CRISC, MITRE ATT&CK, Certified Incident Handler (GCHI), or GIAC Enterprise Incident Response (GEIR)

Create Your Career:
Grow With Us
Your growth matters to us—that's why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs , tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.
A Place Where You Belong
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen's culture of respect, equity, and opportunity

means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you'll build your community in no time.
Support Your Well-Being
Our comprehensive benefits package

includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we'll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we've compiled a list of resources

so you'll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $139,400.00 to $259,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary

range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
EEO Commitment
We're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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