Capco

Executive Director - Cyber Strategic Advisory

Capco$25K — $325K *
Business Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of leadership experience in Cybersecurity, Technology Risk, or Information Security.
  • Significant consulting experience with a focus on high-growth practices.
  • Proven success advising C-suite executives and Boards on cybersecurity strategy and risk management.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale consulting engagements in Financial Services.
  • Strong executive presence and influencing skills with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the strategic vision for Capco's Cybersecurity practice.
  • Build and expand relationships with C-suite and Board-level clients in Financial Services.
  • Lead business development efforts to achieve significant revenue targets.
  • Shape and commercialize innovative Cybersecurity and AI offerings.
  • Develop and mentor senior consulting leaders and promote a high-performing culture.

Benefits

  • Shape the future direction of a fast-growing Cybersecurity and AI practice.
  • Influence transformational initiatives at leading financial institutions.
  • Work in an entrepreneurial, non-hierarchical culture that fosters innovation.
  • Collaborate with executives to tackle complex challenges in business and technology.
  • Drive impactful change at the intersection of cybersecurity and AI in financial services.
Full Job Description
Location: New York (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent
Lead the Future of Cybersecurity, AI, and Digital Trust in Financial Services
The Role

Capco's Cybersecurity practice partners with the world's leading financial institutions to solve their most complex security, resilience, and technology risk challenges. As cyber threats evolve and AI transforms the financial services landscape, organizations require strategic leadership to balance innovation, security, regulatory expectations, and business growth.

We are seeking a Executive Director, Cybersecurity to lead and accelerate the next phase of growth for our Cybersecurity practice. This executive leadership role combines business leadership, market development, client advisory, and practice growth responsibilities. You will define our strategic vision for Cybersecurity and AI, expand executive-level client relationships, shape market-leading propositions, and drive significant revenue growth across our Financial Services portfolio.

As a senior leader within Capco, you will play a pivotal role in positioning the firm as a trusted advisor on cyber resilience, AI governance, and emerging technology risk while building and developing a high-performing consulting team.
What You'll Do
  • Define and execute the strategic vision for Capco's Cybersecurity practice, driving growth, market differentiation, and long-term business performance.
  • Build and expand C-suite and Board-level relationships across Financial Services organizations, serving as a trusted advisor on cyber risk, AI governance, resilience, and digital trust.
  • Lead business development efforts, owning significant revenue targets through pipeline generation, strategic pursuits, executive-level sales, and market expansion.
  • Shape and commercialize innovative Cybersecurity & AI offerings, alliances, thought leadership, and industry propositions that strengthen Capco's market position.
  • Develop and mentor senior consulting leaders while fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, innovation, and delivery excellence.
What We're Looking For
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Cybersecurity, Technology Risk, Digital Resilience, or Information Security, including significant consulting experience.
  • Proven track record of building, scaling, and leading high-growth consulting practices with ownership of revenue, profitability, and strategic business objectives.
  • Extensive experience advising C-suite executives, Boards, and senior regulators on cybersecurity strategy, operational resilience, AI governance, and enterprise risk management.
  • Demonstrated success originating, leading, and closing large-scale consulting engagements and transformational programs within Financial Services.
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders, shape market conversations, and represent Capco externally.
Bonus Points For
  • Recognized industry profile demonstrated through speaking engagements, publications, industry forums, or participation in regulatory working groups.
  • Experience developing strategic partnerships with technology vendors, cloud providers, or cybersecurity platforms.
  • Deep expertise in AI governance, GenAI risk management, AI security, or responsible AI frameworks.
  • Knowledge of global regulatory frameworks including NIST, FFIEC, ISO 27001, DORA, NYDFS, and emerging AI regulations.
  • Advanced degree and/or relevant industry certifications including CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or cloud security certifications.
Why Join Capco
  • Shape the future direction of one of the industry's fastest-growing Cybersecurity and AI consulting practices.
  • Influence strategic transformation initiatives across the world's leading financial institutions.
  • Operate within an entrepreneurial, non-hierarchical culture that empowers innovation and leadership.
  • Collaborate with senior executives and industry leaders to solve complex business and technology challenges.
  • Drive meaningful impact at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and financial services transformation.


US Pay Range

$25,000-$325,000 USD

About Capco

Capco is a global management and technology consultancy dedicated to the financial services industry. Founded in 1998, Capco has grown into a global organization with more than 5,000 employees serving clients in the financial services industry across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Capco provides a range of services to its clients, including strategy, digital, technology, and risk and compliance. The company is headquartered in New York City and has offices in major financial centers around the world. For more information, please visit their website at www.capco.com.
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5,000 employees
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1998

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