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KPMG US

Senior Director, Global CSIRT Lead

KPMG US, Rochester, New York, United States

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Senior Director, Global CSIRT Lead – KPMG US

KPMG is known for being a great place to work and build a career, providing audit, tax, and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients, and it is enabled by a culture that encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports our communities. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others.

We are currently seeking a Senior Director, Global Cloud Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) to join our KPMG International organization.

Responsibilities

Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) oversight & information handling incident oversight, including coordination of the development and execution of information security incident response capabilities across the global network.

Strategic leadership & stakeholder engagement; define and drive the strategic direction of the Global CSIRT function, including ownership of the Global Security Incident Response Framework (GSIRF).

Cross‑functional integration & alignment, leading collaboration efforts with global teams and member firms to ensure cohesive incident response strategies, and acting as a feedback loop to services and member firms with regards to lessons learned from incidents.

Lead the evolution and expansion of this service by identifying emerging technologies, Security Monitoring & Response (SMR) control gaps, and process improvements using automation and AI.

Lead and mentor a high‑performing global team of incident responders and forensic analysts.

Develop and execute training and simulation programs to enhance team readiness.

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum seven years of recent experience leading and managing incident response teams, ideally within highly regulated industries such as professional services, finance, healthcare, or energy.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in computing, information security, or a related field; master’s or PhD (or equivalent professional experience) is a plus.

Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are highly desirable.

Demonstrated success in building and operating information security response services or other managed security services in a high‑volume, result‑oriented operational environment.

Strong knowledge of enterprise security tools and platforms (e.g., Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), vulnerability scanners).

Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and mitigate risks and influence decision‑making at senior levels.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

Benefits & Compensation KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Additional details can be found on our careers site. Salary ranges are based on location, role, experience, and market considerations. California salary range: $180,000 – $357,000.

KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

No phone calls or agencies please.

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