Advisory Manager – Cyber Strategy

RSM US LLP

. Lead large-scale, multi-workstream cybersecurity assessments, remediation programs, and implementations from mobilization through closeout and operational transition .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $107,000 - $214,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale cybersecurity assessments and implementations, managing integrated program plans, and building trusted client relationships. Proficient in navigating complex stakeholder dynamics and delivering effective communication across executive and technical audiences.

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Cybersecurity Advisory ExperienceIntegrated Program ManagementCross-Functional Team CoordinationCybersecurity Framework KnowledgeClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Cyber Risk ManagementGovernance and ComplianceSecurity Program DesignData ProtectionCloud SecurityRisk AssessmentProgram DeliveryBudget ManagementStakeholder ManagementChange Control

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsFacilitation SkillsPresentation SkillsRelationship BuildingTeam Coaching

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowAuditBoardArcherMetricStreamOneTrustSailPointCyberArkOktaMicrosoftAWS

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISACISMPMPCAPMPgMPSAFeAgile

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityRisk ManagementComplianceFinancial ServicesPrivate EquityNIST CSFISO 27001PCI DSSHIPAA/HITECHGRC Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityPMPServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead large-scale, multi-workstream cybersecurity assessments, remediation programs, and implementations from mobilization through closeout and operational transition
Translate assessment findings into executable remediation plans and sustained programs
Develop and manage integrated program plans across cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk and compliance, cloud, digital identity, data protection, resilience, security operations, and technology implementation workstreams
Orchestrate multidisciplinary teams across RSM, clients, vendors, and geographically distributed delivery centers
Establish governance, roles, dependencies, decision rights, and escalation paths
Serve as primary day-to-day client leader and build trusted relationships with executives and workstream owners
Translate executive objectives into workplans, milestones, resource requirements, budgets, success measures, and executive reporting
Manage scope, financial performance, staffing, schedule, quality, risks, issues, dependencies, and change control
Integrate findings across assessments, frameworks, business units, technologies, and workstreams
Lead steering committee meetings, status reviews, decision forums, workshops, and readouts
Guide clients through assessment, roadmap development, control design, remediation, implementation, adoption, and sustainment
Oversee program charters, integrated plans, risk and issue logs, dashboards, roadmaps, target operating models, implementation plans, and governance materials
Partner with the engagement Director on follow-on needs and handoffs
Coach and develop engagement teams and improve repeatable delivery practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience leading large-scale, multi-workstream assessments, transformations, or implementations for large and complex organizations
Proven ability to manage integrated program plans, budgets, resources, dependencies, risks, issues, deliverables, and executive reporting across concurrent workstreams
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, technology, risk, compliance, internal audit, legal, privacy, business operations, and third-party vendors
Strong cybersecurity advisory experience in cyber risk and maturity, governance and compliance, security program design, resilience, third-party risk, cloud security, digital identity, data protection, security operations, or GRC technology
Working knowledge of major cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks, including NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, FFIEC, GLBA, NYDFS Part 500, DORA, PCI DSS, HIPAA/HITECH, and HITRUST
Demonstrated ability to build trusted client relationships, manage challenging stakeholder dynamics, and communicate with executive and technical audiences
Experience managing engagement economics, including budgets, staffing, utilization, margin, scope changes, and resource allocation
Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills
Ability to travel up to 30%
7-10 years of relevant cybersecurity, technology risk, consulting, or program delivery experience
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, business, risk management, or a related field (preferred)
Experience with financial services organizations, private equity sponsors and portfolio companies, enterprise-wide or multi-entity programs, cybersecurity technology implementations, and project/program management methodologies (preferred)
Experience with platforms such as ServiceNow, AuditBoard, Archer, MetricStream, OneTrust, SailPoint, CyberArk, Okta, Microsoft, AWS, or Azure (preferred)
CISSP, CISA, CISM, PMP, CAPM, PgMP, SAFe, Agile, or comparable certifications (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits and compensation package
Flexible schedule
Ability to balance life’s demands while serving clients
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities