Experienced Manager, Cyber

About the role

The Experienced Manager, Cyber is a consulting leader for the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity implementation. This consulting leader leverages experience in both AI approaches and tools and security to build confidence with customers. This role also coordinates all aspects of a project, and ensures risk is managed, mitigated, or escalated as quickly as possible.

Responsibilities

• Supports practice development in the areas of cybersecurity of AI, across Microsoft AI offerings
• Contributes to BDO’s thought leadership and marketing materials on security services for AI projects, with a focus on Microsoft-first AI approaches
• Understands client needs to develop project plans, resource plans, establishes reporting and metrics, and provides the client with regular updates
• Manages day-to-day project requirements, as well as on-site and/or remote team
• Participates and conducts business unit, legal, IT, privacy and/or governance interviews and meetings
• Captures data, coordinates use of software and develops data maps that identify data flow and storage locations of sensitive data sources
• Reviews and edits policies, processes, workflows, and work instructions to align them with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, GLBA, GDRP)
• Works with BDO Channel Partners to develop statements of works, proposals, and RFP responses to integrate products and services
• Manages project teams to ensure client projects are delivered on time and budget
• Acts as a contact for client questions and inquires
• Develops and/or edits client reports with minimal oversight
• Manages and validates the quality of client deliverables
• Supports the development of RFI’s and RFP’s, as well as subject matter expert presentations and proposals
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Six (6) or more years of consulting experience
• Three (3) or more years of experience managing large, complex projects including budget, scope and deliverables
• Five (5) or more years of information security experience
• Experience with securing systems including machine learning, Azure Cognitive services, Azure AI services, or Microsoft Copilot

Qualifications

• High School or GED Equivalent, required
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred; focus in Computer Science, Information Assurance or Information Governance, preferred
• A Major information security certification (CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CCISO, CCSP, CISSP, or GIAC certifications etc.), preferred
• Software Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Office 365, OneDrive, SharePoint and Visio, preferred
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft PowerPoint skills, preferred
• Knowledge and/or experience with Microsoft security products, including Defender, Purview, Entra, and similar, preferred

Skills

• Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
• Ability to work with global corporate clients, and ability to up-sell after the first engagement
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the Firm and with clients
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel
• Ability to encourage a team environment on engagements, and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel

Benefits

California Range: $150,000 - $170,000
Colorado Range: $150,000 - $170,000
Illinois Range: $150,000 - $170,000
Maryland Range: $150,000 - $170,000
Minnesota Range: $150,000 - $170,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $150,000 - $170,000
Washington Range: $150,000 - $170,000
Washington DC Range: $150,000 - $170,000

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight-driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clientsEmpowering team members to explore their full potentialOur talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunitiesCelebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirsFocus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communitiesBDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more! Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Click here to find out more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. "BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"