The Role
Manage cybersecurity assessments, risk and compliance reviews, security architecture evaluations, and cybersecurity program strategy for clients. Develop remediation plans, target-state roadmaps, and recommendations aligned with industry frameworks. Lead client engagements from planning through reporting, manage multiple priorities, build client relationships, and communicate findings to stakeholders. The role requires strong cybersecurity consulting experience, relevant certifications, project management skills, and travel as needed.
Summary Generated by Built In
As a Cyber Strategy & Management Manager, you will get the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by applying a collection of information and cybersecurity capabilities, including security and privacy, strategy, governance, IT risk, security testing, technology implementation/operations, cybercrime and breach response for the Cybers & Privacy Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.
From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Cyber & Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Manage, lead, and perform cybersecurity assessments consisting of cybersecurity capability assessments, cyber threat and risk assessments, network and security architecture reviews, compliance and regulatory assessments, and system configuration reviews.
- Support evaluating and establishing organizational cybersecurity strategies and cybersecurity programs.
- Develop strategic recommendations and consultative guidance to clients to help mature their cybersecurity programs, technology, processes and capabilities.
- Manage assigned client engagements from start to finish, which includes engagement planning, fieldwork execution and reporting.
- Remain current and apply knowledge of cybersecurity trends and risks.
- Communicate and collaborate externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives portraying knowledge and confidence.
- Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for improvements.
- Develop and manage client relationships with the intention to exceed client expectations.
- Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
- Participate in professional development activities and training sessions on regular basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required
- Minimum 5 years of related cybersecurity experience in a similar consulting practice or function
- CISSP, CISM, GIAC (e.g., GSEC, GCIH, GISP, etc.), cloud security (e.g., AZ-500, AWS Certified Security, Google Cloud Professional Architect / Security Engineer) or other related certifications required
- Reviewing security architecture deployments and assessing and/or implementing secure configurations for network and infrastructure components (including both on-premises and cloud environments).
- Assessing Governance, Risk and Compliance programs, perform benchmark reviews, align with industry leading standards and develop target state vision and roadmap.
- Performing cybersecurity threat and risk assessments.
- Supporting cybersecurity program remediation activities.
- Supporting cybersecurity compliance and regulatory remediation workstreams.
- Assessing and/or implementing security solutions and controls across both on-premises and cloud network environments.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
- Exceptional client service and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
- Strong professional verbal and written skill
- Leading and managing one or more of the overarching areas below:
- Assessing cybersecurity programs and capabilities against industry leading frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CRI Profile) and compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity industry leading practices and frameworks, such as NIST CSF, CRI Profile, ISO 27001/2, NYS DFS 500, PCI-DSS, CIS Controls, CIS Benchmarks.
- Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position is between $161,920 - $202,400. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. About the TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Gran Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employments or continued employment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- At least 5 years of related cybersecurity experience in a similar consulting practice or function
- CISSP, CISM, GIAC, cloud security certification, or another related certification
- Experience reviewing security architecture deployments and assessing or implementing secure network and infrastructure configurations in on-premises and cloud environments
- Experience assessing Governance, Risk and Compliance programs, conducting benchmark reviews, aligning with industry standards, and developing target-state roadmaps
- Experience performing cybersecurity threat and risk assessments
- Experience supporting cybersecurity program remediation activities
- Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance and regulatory remediation workstreams
- Experience assessing or implementing security solutions and controls across on-premises and cloud network environments
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
- Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational, and relationship-management skills
- Working knowledge of NIST CSF, CRI Profile, ISO 27001/2, NYS DFS 500, PCI-DSS, CIS Controls, and CIS Benchmarks
- Ability to travel as needed
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