Cybersecurity Financial Services Director

locations: US - VA, McLean: US - Remote (Any location)
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* What You Will Do:

**** Client Leadership & Strategy
*** Serve as a trusted advisor to financial services clients, including banks, investment firms, and insurance providers.
* Lead the development and execution of cybersecurity strategies focused on risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and digital trust.
* Cultivate long-term client relationships and identify opportunities for growth and innovation in cyber risk, resilience, and digital identity.
* Identify emerging cybersecurity technologies and services relevant to the financial sector (e.g., zero trust, cloud security, threat intelligence).
* Ensure the practice meets success metrics including sales, utilization, margin, and delivery excellence.
** Engagement Oversight
*** Oversee complex cybersecurity consulting engagements from initiation through delivery, ensuring high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.
* Guide teams in the design and implementation of solutions in areas such as cyber risk management, incident response, cloud security, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA, NYDFS).
* Ensure alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets.
** Team Leadership & Development
*** Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals serving financial services clients across commercial and public sectors.
* Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence.
* Support recruitment and onboarding of new talent, including senior consultants and subject matter experts.
** Thought Leadership & Innovation
*** Contribute to the firm’s intellectual capital through white papers, presentations, and participation in industry forums.
* Stay abreast of cybersecurity trends, threat landscapes, and regulatory changes to inform client solutions and firm strategy.
* Represent the firm at industry-specific conferences, panels, and podcasts on cybersecurity topics.
** Operational & Financial Management
*** Drive practice-level financial performance, including revenue growth, profitability, and resource utilization.
* Ensure high-quality and profitable delivery of cybersecurity solutions.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance service offerings and operational efficiency.
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* What You Will Need:

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* * Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
* 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or leadership roles within the financial services industry.
* Proven track record of leading large-scale cybersecurity transformation initiatives.
* Deep understanding of financial services operations, regulatory environments, and cyber risk frameworks.
* Strong business acumen and client relationship management skills.
* Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation abilities.
* Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Business, or related field preferred.
** What Would Be Nice to Have:
*** Prior experience leading cybersecurity sales and delivery teams at a top-tier consulting or technology firm.
* Familiarity with co-selling motions and building joint solutions with cloud providers or cybersecurity vendors.
* Technical certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, AWS/Azure Security).
* Experience working with federal or state financial regulators.
* Familiarity with cybersecurity analytics platforms and threat intelligence tools.
* Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) or Lean Six Sigma.
* Published thought leadership in cybersecurity journals or industry forums.
* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
* Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Basic Life & Supplemental Life
* Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
* Student Loan Pay Down
* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
* Skills Development & Certifications
* Employee Referral Program
* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
* Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
* Mobility Stipend
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