Senior Manager, Cybersecurity Consulting - 2237400

Forvis Mazars

$125K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including 3+ years in a senior management role.
  • Experience leading vCISO services or cyber remediation engagements.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance regulations.
  • Strong executive presence and communication skills for board-level interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a senior subject matter expert on cybersecurity governance and compliance.
  • Oversee development of cybersecurity policies and frameworks based on industry standards.
  • Manage virtual CISO engagements for clients across various sectors.
  • Guide clients through incident response and remediation planning.
  • Build executive relationships with CIOs, CISOs, and Boards.
  • Present strategic cybersecurity recommendations to C-suite and board members.
  • Mentor and develop a team of cybersecurity consultants to drive performance.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and shape client cybersecurity strategies.
  • Engagement with a diverse range of industries and executive stakeholders.
  • Commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
  • Possibility for a fast-track career improvement through mentoring and team development.
Full Job Description
Description & Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join our Virtual CISO team, with a focus on providing virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) and cyber remediation services. This leader will shape client engagements, manage delivery teams, and drive business growth, serving as a trusted advisor to client executives across industries.

What You Will Do:

  • Serve as a senior subject matter expert and client-facing advisor on cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC).
  • Oversee development of cybersecurity roadmaps, policies, frameworks, and remediation plans aligned with industry standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
  • Manage and deliver virtual CISO engagements, acting as a senior security leader for clients.
  • Guide clients through incident response planning, security assessments, and post-breach remediation.
  • Build and maintain executive-level relationships with client stakeholders (CIOs, CISOs, Boards).
  • Present strategic recommendations and reports to C-suite and board-level audiences.
  • Ensure exceptional quality and value in every client engagement.
  • Mentor and grow a high-performing team of cybersecurity consultants and managers.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including 3+ years in a leadership or senior manager/director-level consulting role.
  • Proven track record leading cyber strategy, vCISO services, or cyber remediation engagements.
  • Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, COBIT) and regulatory environments (e.g., HIPAA, GLBA, SOX).
  • Strong executive presence and communication skills, including board-level presentation experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or MBA.
  • Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or similar.
  • Experience with cybersecurity in regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, or critical infrastructure

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