8 Consulting, LLC –VP of Solution Architecture/Cybersecurity
Company Overview
8 Consulting, LLC is a fast-growing IT/Cyber Security company serving clients in the energy, healthcare, and federal government sector(s) for over a decade. The 8 Consulting team combines their experience and knowledge of Big 4 Consulting firms with the adaptability of a Small Business.
Position Summary:
As a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant with P&L responsibility, you will play a pivotal role in driving quality of service and profitability for our cybersecurity consulting practice. You will be responsible for managing client relationships in our energy sector, delivering high-quality consulting services, and ensuring the financial success of your projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Acquisition and Management: Identify and develop new client relationships, foster strong partnerships, and ensure client satisfaction
- Project Management: Oversee the entire project lifecycle, from scoping and proposal development to delivery and invoicing
- Financial Performance: Monitor project profitability, manage budgets, and drive revenue growth
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor junior consultants, providing guidance and support
- Service Delivery: Ensure the delivery of high-quality cybersecurity consulting services that meet client needs and exceed expectations
- Business Development: Identify new market opportunities and develop strategic partnerships
Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or a similar role
- Proven track record of driving revenue growth and profitability
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls)
- Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Leading selection and implementation of enterprise level cyber security tools
- Experience developing security architecture based on a firm’s risk profile
Expertise continued…Systems and Technical (must haves)
- Translating business requirements into actionable business plans
- Mentoring, coaching Jr. team members
- Proficient with industry tools and problem-solving techniques
- CISSP or equivalent
- Working knowledge of Operational technology /industrial control systems
Top Skills
What We Do
Specializing in Federal Health Information Technology initiatives, 8 Consulting represents a new face in management consulting for the space. With over a decade of experience within the Department of Defense, providing programmatic, project and engineering support to numerous Program Management Offices. The 8 Consulting Team has a proven track record in advising the government for initiatives both internal and external to the DoD to include data sharing projects with the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The 8 Consulting Team combines the experience and knowledge of Big 4 Consulting with the adaptability of a Small Business.
We understand the decisions made today will have rippling impacts over time and understand the importance of making informed decisions on the future of the Federal HIT initiatives. With the future of Federal HIT continuing to evolve at a high pace, our clients rely on our ability to quickly grasp concepts and relay them in plain English. Our team works with the client to identify the individual needs and expectations to provide seamless service across projects and disciplines
