Cyber Security Consulting Manager – Job
Description
Position Overview:
The Cyber Security Consulting Manager leads client engagements to assess,
design, and implement robust cyber security strategies. This role combines deep
technical expertise with strong leadership and consulting skills, ensuring
clients’ digital assets are protected, compliance requirements are met, and
business risks are minimized. The Manager is responsible for overseeing project
teams, managing client relationships, and delivering high-impact solutions in a
fast-evolving threat landscape.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead and manage
multiple client cyber security engagements from
assessment through to solution delivery, ensuring projects are completed on
time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
· Develop and oversee
the implementation of tailored cyber security strategies for clients, aligning solutions with their business
objectives, regulatory requirements, and risk profiles.
· Conduct and
supervise comprehensive risk assessments, vulnerability testing, and security
architecture reviews; translate findings
into actionable recommendations and remediation plans.
· Advise clients on cyber
governance standards and frameworks, including PCI DSS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001,
Data Privacy (GDPR, DPDP, etc.), and other relevant regulations.
· Provide expert
guidance to clients’ executive and technical teams on emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best
practices; act as a trusted advisor for cyber security matters.
· Define, implement,
and maintain information security policies, standards, and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), ensuring compliance and continuous
improvement.
· Lead and mentor a
team of cyber security consultants and analysts, fostering professional growth, knowledge sharing, and high
performance.
· Manage stakeholder
communication, including regular
reporting to client leadership on security posture, risk exposure, and incident
outcomes.
· Support business
development activities, including
proposal development, client presentations, and identification of new
consulting opportunities.
Required Skills and Qualifications
· 6–10 years of experience
in cyber security, with at least 3 years in a consulting or managerial role.
· Proven track record
managing complex security projects and leading technical teams.
· Expertise in risk
management, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and security
architecture design.
· Strong knowledge of
security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
· Excellent communication
and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical
risks into business terms.
· Experience in
client-facing roles, with a focus on delivering value and building long-term
relationships.
· Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH) are highly
desirable.