Senior Manager - Risk Advisory (Cybersecurity)

Miller Kaplan • Burbank, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Miller Kaplan’s Risk Advisory team is looking for a Senior Manager to join our Cybersecurity practice. The Senior Manager is responsible for leading multiple cybersecurity engagements, specifically initial infosec assessments, fractional Chief Information Security Officer (or vCISO) consulting, cybersecurity projects, and annual (or other) assessments. The Senior Manager role offers an excellent opportunity to display both your technical knowledge experience as well as your business and project management skills. Responsibilities include managing and improving a client’s Information Security posture, cybersecurity assessments, threat and vulnerability management, leading multiple engagements, and developing business with new and existing clients of the firm. Supervise the day-to-day workload of members of the Risk Advisory team on assigned engagements and work deliverables. Delivers regular performance feedback to Risk Advisory team members on engagement performance and overall performance against competencies. Participate in the development and delivery of training material.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, Data Science, or other related field.
• Eight (8) or more years experience in a security-related leadership role, preferably at a public accounting or consulting firm or Fortune 1000 company.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent required
• Knowledge of NIST CSF, CIS Top Controls, ISO 27001, ISO 27002, SOC-2, NIST 800-171, CMMC, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR (EU & UK) and United States privacy law.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements.
• Strong professional service ethic, client focused, and results driven
• Travel (up to 30%) to client side as needed
• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong professional service ethic, client focused, and results driven.

Responsibilities

• Act as a main point of contact for assigned client engagements from start to finish which includes engagement planning, budgeting, resource scheduling, fieldwork execution, reporting, overseeing delivery teams, quality review, etc.
• Manage, lead, and perform cybersecurity assessments, cyber threat and risk assessments, network and security reviews, compliance, assessments, and system configuration review
• Lead cybersecurity strategies and programs by implementing client cybersecurity programs.
• Proactively interact with client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Facilitate meetings between management and other stakeholders throughout the engagement process
• Collaborate with clients’ Information Technology (IT) team to implement Information Security solutions and advise on remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Provide exceptional client service and develop strong working relationships that support a successful project execution
• Stay up-to-date with latest information security trends, threats, vulnerabilities, and potential control techniques

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $155,000-$190,000 per year
• Generous Paid Time Off: Start with 20 days and watch it grow, plus 2 extra days annually for managers.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical options include HMO, PPO, HDHP, with fully covered dental and vision for you.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid & Remote Flexibility
• Insurance Benefits: Basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.
• Dependent Care and Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Paid Time Off
• Sabbatical and Personal Leave Options
• Social Events
• Community Involvement: Volunteering events
• Referral Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for licenses, memberships, CPE allowance, and access to classes through Becker.
• Retirement Plans: Tailored 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Support for Professional Certifications: Assistance on your journey to CPA or CFE, including study materials, exam reimbursements, and bonuses.
• Leadership Development and Mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior