Grant Thornton
Cyber Strategy & Management Manager
Grant Thornton, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Overview
As a Cyber Strategy & Management Manager, you will grow and contribute to our clients\' business needs by applying a collection of information and cybersecurity capabilities, including security and privacy, strategy, governance, IT risk, security testing, technology implementation/operations, cybercrime and breach response for the Cybersecurity & Privacy Practice. From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients make moves that help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently. Responsibilities
Manage, lead, and perform cybersecurity assessments consisting of cybersecurity capability assessments, cyber threat and risk assessments, network and security architecture reviews, compliance and regulatory assessments, and system configuration reviews.
Support evaluating and establishing organizational cybersecurity strategies and cybersecurity programs.
Develop strategic recommendations and consultative guidance to clients to help mature their cybersecurity programs, technology, processes and capabilities.
Manage assigned client engagements from start to finish, including engagement planning, fieldwork execution and reporting.
Remain current and apply knowledge of cybersecurity trends and risks.
Communicate and collaborate externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives, portraying knowledge and confidence.
Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for improvements.
Develop and manage client relationships with the intention to exceed client expectations.
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
Participate in professional development activities and training sessions on a regular basis.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
Minimum 5 years of related cybersecurity experience in a similar consulting practice or function.
CISSP, CISM, GIAC (e.g., GSEC, GCIH, GISP, etc.), cloud security (e.g., AZ-500, AWS Certified Security, Google Cloud Professional Architect / Security Engineer) or other related certifications required.
Reviewing security architecture deployments and assessing and/or implementing secure configurations for network and infrastructure components (including both on-premises and cloud environments).
Assessing Governance, Risk and Compliance programs, perform benchmark reviews, align with industry leading standards and develop target state vision and roadmap.
Performing cybersecurity threat and risk assessments.
Supporting cybersecurity program remediation activities.
Supporting cybersecurity compliance and regulatory remediation workstreams.
Assessing and/or implementing security solutions and controls across both on-premises and cloud network environments.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
Exceptional client service and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
Strong professional verbal and written skills.
Leading and managing one or more of the overarching areas below:
Assessing cybersecurity programs and capabilities against industry leading frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CRI Profile) and compliance and regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity industry leading practices and frameworks, such as NIST CSF, CRI Profile, ISO 27001/2, NYS DFS 500, PCI-DSS, CIS Controls, CIS Benchmarks.
Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Can travel as needed.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position in Chicago, IL only is between $144,000 and $216,000. The base salary range for this position in New York, NY only is between $155,500 and $233,300. #LI-LG1 About Us
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture. Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. Team and Benefits
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how: We empower you with options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
We support you to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
We support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities, roles and aspirations. See how at www.gt.com/careers.
We are committed to inclusion and diversity. Learn more at www.gt.com/careers.
Next Steps
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles at www.gt.com/careers. Benefits
For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits Intern benefits: medical, dental and vision insurance; employee assistance program; minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave; paid holidays during internship.
Seasonal benefits: medical, dental and vision insurance; employee assistance program; may participate in 401(k) plan; minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Bonuses: discretionary annual bonus for eligible employees; interns and seasonal employees are not eligible.
Equal employment opportunity: decisions made without regard to protected characteristics.
Reasonable accommodation: ADA policy; to request an accommodation, contact HR@us.gt.com.
Los Angeles applicants: we will consider qualified applicants in compliance with applicable laws.
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As a Cyber Strategy & Management Manager, you will grow and contribute to our clients\' business needs by applying a collection of information and cybersecurity capabilities, including security and privacy, strategy, governance, IT risk, security testing, technology implementation/operations, cybercrime and breach response for the Cybersecurity & Privacy Practice. From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients make moves that help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently. Responsibilities
Manage, lead, and perform cybersecurity assessments consisting of cybersecurity capability assessments, cyber threat and risk assessments, network and security architecture reviews, compliance and regulatory assessments, and system configuration reviews.
Support evaluating and establishing organizational cybersecurity strategies and cybersecurity programs.
Develop strategic recommendations and consultative guidance to clients to help mature their cybersecurity programs, technology, processes and capabilities.
Manage assigned client engagements from start to finish, including engagement planning, fieldwork execution and reporting.
Remain current and apply knowledge of cybersecurity trends and risks.
Communicate and collaborate externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives, portraying knowledge and confidence.
Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for improvements.
Develop and manage client relationships with the intention to exceed client expectations.
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
Participate in professional development activities and training sessions on a regular basis.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
Minimum 5 years of related cybersecurity experience in a similar consulting practice or function.
CISSP, CISM, GIAC (e.g., GSEC, GCIH, GISP, etc.), cloud security (e.g., AZ-500, AWS Certified Security, Google Cloud Professional Architect / Security Engineer) or other related certifications required.
Reviewing security architecture deployments and assessing and/or implementing secure configurations for network and infrastructure components (including both on-premises and cloud environments).
Assessing Governance, Risk and Compliance programs, perform benchmark reviews, align with industry leading standards and develop target state vision and roadmap.
Performing cybersecurity threat and risk assessments.
Supporting cybersecurity program remediation activities.
Supporting cybersecurity compliance and regulatory remediation workstreams.
Assessing and/or implementing security solutions and controls across both on-premises and cloud network environments.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
Exceptional client service and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
Strong professional verbal and written skills.
Leading and managing one or more of the overarching areas below:
Assessing cybersecurity programs and capabilities against industry leading frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CRI Profile) and compliance and regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity industry leading practices and frameworks, such as NIST CSF, CRI Profile, ISO 27001/2, NYS DFS 500, PCI-DSS, CIS Controls, CIS Benchmarks.
Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Can travel as needed.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position in Chicago, IL only is between $144,000 and $216,000. The base salary range for this position in New York, NY only is between $155,500 and $233,300. #LI-LG1 About Us
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture. Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. Team and Benefits
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how: We empower you with options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
We support you to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
We support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities, roles and aspirations. See how at www.gt.com/careers.
We are committed to inclusion and diversity. Learn more at www.gt.com/careers.
Next Steps
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles at www.gt.com/careers. Benefits
For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits Intern benefits: medical, dental and vision insurance; employee assistance program; minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave; paid holidays during internship.
Seasonal benefits: medical, dental and vision insurance; employee assistance program; may participate in 401(k) plan; minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Bonuses: discretionary annual bonus for eligible employees; interns and seasonal employees are not eligible.
Equal employment opportunity: decisions made without regard to protected characteristics.
Reasonable accommodation: ADA policy; to request an accommodation, contact HR@us.gt.com.
Los Angeles applicants: we will consider qualified applicants in compliance with applicable laws.
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