Senior Consultant Cyber Security

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Our Cyber Security practice is growing and we are increasing our capability in Ottawa and across Regions East. We are currently seeking a talented individual at the Senior Consultant level with a passion for Cyber Security to join KPMG’s dynamic Cyber Security Practice in Ottawa or Halifax.

• Working on various cyber security client engagements.
• Working with clients to prepare them for ISO27001 certification or perform ISO27001 gap analysis exercises.
• Support and lead ISO27001 certification audits.
• Executing cyber maturity and gap assessments against industry standards such as ISO27001 or NIST CSF.
• Assisting clients with Business continuity planning reviews
• Performing Privacy Impact Assessments for clients.
• Creating and/or assessing cyber policies, practices and governance.
• Simultaneously work on delivering multiple client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity.
• Service Delivery: conducting research, performing technical testing, writing reports, conducting interviews and communicating regularly with clients and resources.

• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas would be an asset:
  
  • ISO27001 – either implementation or auditing
  • Business Continuity/ISO22301
  • Privacy Regulation and compliance
  • Security Risk Management
• Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science or relevant degree subject, but we welcome people from all subjects if you have a passion for Cyber Security.
• Ideally at least 3 years’ experience in Cyber Security, either in industry or a consulting role.
• Completion of, or in the process of completing, one of or a combination of the following designations; ISO27001 Lead Auditor, CIPP/C, SSCP, CISA, CISM, CISSP,
• A good understanding of various IT infrastructure systems and components (i.e. servers, firewalls, network, etc.)
• Ability to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills being able to express insights, both written and orally.
• Attention to detail and strong organization and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of business risks and audit risks.
• Ability to obtain Government of Canada clearance (preferred)

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