Cybersecurity Risk, Managing Consultant

Guidehouse

. Oversee, manage and lead cybersecurity risk management, risk governance, risk assessments, and high-value asset (HVA) oversight and assessments .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity risk management, including risk assessments and governance, while providing strategic direction and guidance across multiple workstreams. Proficient in developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies and procedures, with a strong focus on compliance with federal frameworks.

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Cybersecurity Risk ManagementNIST Cybersecurity FrameworksRisk AssessmentsCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Federal Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Risk GovernanceHigh-Value Asset OversightQuality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)Cybersecurity Policies DevelopmentReport WritingSOP CreationTechnical AssistanceRisk Management PlansCybersecurity Best PracticesConsulting Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborationLeadershipAdaptabilityClient-Facing Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC)Certified Authorization Professional (CAP)Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Industry Keywords

Federal CybersecurityDepartment of StateDepartment of JusticeDepartment of Homeland SecurityCybersecurity AuditsIT ControlsEnterprise Risk RegisterStakeholder EngagementCybersecurity FrameworksRisk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee, manage and lead cybersecurity risk management, risk governance, risk assessments, and high-value asset (HVA) oversight and assessments
Maintain and improve the enterprise-level risk register
Coordinate and plan enterprise and organizational unit risk assessments
Oversee specified technology risk assessments and HVA oversight program functions
Provide strategic direction and guidance to team leads across three cybersecurity risk workstreams
Review and advise on work products and deliverables; perform QA/QC for all workstreams
Advise on and incorporate federal cybersecurity frameworks into evaluations and assessments, including NIST IR 8286, SP 800-171, SP 800-60, SP 1800-39A, FIPS 140-3 and FIPS 199
Develop, maintain and provide input on agency-wide cybersecurity policies, procedures and documentation
Create SOPs, playbooks, guidance and slick sheets for workstream activities and deliverables
Prepare and update risk management and HVA-related plans, standard operating procedures and project schedules
Provide expert guidance to system owners, analysts and leadership on cybersecurity best practices
Lead discussions with agency stakeholders and provide written or verbal technical assistance
Present complex risk assessment and HVA assessment findings and recommendations to technical and executive audiences
Prepare briefing materials for weekly reports and specific audiences
Advise on assessment severity and recommend courses of action to government stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including CISA and the Department of State
Adapt guidance and technical assistance to resource constraints, varying knowledge levels and government leadership direction

Requirements

What you’ll need

An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
Seven (7) years of relevant cybersecurity experience, OR a Master’s Degree AND Five (5) years of relevant experience
US Citizenship is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically in report writing
Certified in one of the following OR another relevant certification: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) / Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Up to 10% travel required
Experience consulting at large federal agencies such as the Department of State, Department of Justice or Department of Homeland Security on cybersecurity audits and / or IT controls
Demonstrated experience in the areas of external client-facing management and/or consulting for large firms

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package
Flexible workplace
Comprehensive total rewards package