Financial Services Cybersecurity Senior Consultant
Core
Deliver practical, risk-based cybersecurity solutions and second-line oversight to financial institutions, advising on governance, regulatory readiness, and emerging tech risks like AI.
Role type
Senior IC cybersecurity consultant (financial services)
Builds
Cybersecurity governance programs, risk frameworks, and regulatory readiness strategies for banks, insurers, and fintechs
Domain
Financial services cybersecurity and regulatory compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Cybersecurity risk assessment, regulatory advisory, second-line oversight, project management, executive reporting, IAM, cloud security, third-party risk, vulnerability management, incident response
Preferred skills
Second-line cybersecurity experience in banking/insurance, knowledge of FFIEC/GLBA/NYDFS/SEC requirements, AI risk management, CISSP/CISM/CRISC certifications
Technologies
FFIEC, GLBA, NYDFS Part 500, SEC cybersecurity requirements, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls
Responsibilities
Lead second-line cybersecurity assessments and program enhancements; Assess governance, policies, and risk frameworks; Advise on regulatory expectations and industry standards; Provide expertise in IAM, cloud security, and incident response; Support regulatory examinations and remediation; Serve as trusted advisor to client CISO and risk teams; Communicate risks to executives and board stakeholders; Mentor junior team members
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship duties
