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We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our Cyber practice, focusing on multinational commercial entities with an emphasis on cybersecurity frameworks and data protection requirements. The Senior Associate of CyberCompliance will participate in and in select cases lead the delivery of various cybersecurity services while understanding the specific risks related to cyber regulatory expectations that impact multinational organizations. This role involves assisting organizations in establishing effective data protection programs to safeguard critical assets.

Candidates should possess a range of skills, including performing and overseeing cybersecurity governance assessments (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO, FedRAMP, FISMA, CMMC, MARS-E), vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and incident response. Additionally, experience in managing teams that deliver technical deployments of SIEM, DLP, and Identity Management solutions is highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery and management of various cybersecurity engagements and team members, ensuring high-quality work products that meet client expectations.
• Communicate effectively with client management and project leaders to build strong client relationships.
• Cultivate deep client relationships to exceed satisfaction levels.
• Participate in the delivery of cybersecurity governance and compliance assessments against various regulatory and industry standards, including FISMA, FedRAMP, CMMC, MARS-E, NYDFS, HIPAA/HITECH, and NERC/CIP.
• Assist clients in designing and implementing cybersecurity remediation strategies to enhance the overall maturity of their cybersecurity programs by identifying suitable technologies, policies, and organizational structures.
• Identify and clearly articulate findings to senior management and clients, both in writing and verbally.
• Help pinpoint improvement opportunities for assigned clients.

Required qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity governance and compliance consulting, or equivalent academic experience with an advanced degree.
• Technical expertise and the ability to discuss topics in one or more of the following areas: network and IT infrastructure, application and database design, IT governance and risk management, third-party management, incident response, and knowledge of standard network and IT security components.

• Familiarity with key cybersecurity compliance standards and regulations, including but not limited to ISO, FedRAMP, CMMC, NIST CSF, and GLBA, etc.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record in a professional services firm, large consultancy, or similar environment.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, especially with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Certifications in cybersecurity, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified CMMC Professional (CCP), and Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA).

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