Associate Director - Cyber Security – Government Cyber

Job Description

KPMG's Management Consulting division is looking for individuals who are passionate about Architecture, Engineering, or security assurance and iRAP to join their growing Cyber Security team in Canberra at the Consultant, Senior Consultant, Manager, Associate Director and Director level on a permanent basis. These opportunities will require you to play an active role in growing KPMG's Cyber Security service line.

You will work closely with clients to evaluate their business strategy, understand their technology environment and provide recommendations to enable them to improve their ability to respond to Cyber risks and threats.

Your Opportunity

As an Associate Director in this team and as part of our cyber division you will ideally be part of one or four capability chapters: Security Assurance, Security Architecture and Engineering, Security Program Management, or Cyber Software Engineering, and will play a key role in:

• Developing your consulting skills in a range of technology services such as IT Architecture, Engineering and IT security, security strategy, secure systems acquisition and process management (PMOs), security governance or security sourcing.
• Assisting clients in managing cyber risks in a way that enhances their ability to meet business objectives, stakeholder expectations and compliance obligations.
• Performing gap assessments between the security processes and operations of our clients against recognised global and domestic standards and regulations (e.g. ISM, PSPF, ISO27001, NIST).
• Developing benchmarking reports to provide our clients with insight on where they stand when measured against relevant industry practices.
• Improving our clients' understanding and management of risk in technology through designing and implementing effective controls over technology assets.

You ideally should hold an NV1 clearance or above, although we will consider candidates with lower or nil clearance with exceptional CVs, and the ability to gain clearance.

We offer a three-hub working model across client site, office and home.

How are you Extraordinary?

You will bring a combination of the following skills and experience:

• You like to be proud of the work you produce and are accountable and committed to owning high-profile projects.
• You are excited to be a part of the future of Cyber Security, with a strong understanding of OT, IoT/IIoT, security technologies, information management, and business process-based solutions, and their real-world application.
• You are able to prepare high-quality client-ready deliverables and present to the senior leadership teams for review.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of Government security principles, the ISM, DSPF, PSPF, ISO27001 and NIST.
• Solid presentation skills including an ability to articulate deeply complex technical issues to senior/executive/board level audience.
• Proven relationship building and maintenance skills.
• A background in IT consulting, IT audit, Risk Management or Cyber Security
• Experience in sales, client delivery and team leadership with an ability to work across multiple teams, delivery groups and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in management consulting or an industry role working across geographies would be preferred.

Qualifications

Tertiary qualification (preferably cyber, technology, Security studies, similar) and Post-grad qualifications such as CISM/CISSP. 

Additional Information

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. We partner with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change, drive disruption, and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact Talent Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.