Government and Public Sector - Cybersecurity - Cyber Engineering Senior Consultant

Government and Public Sector Technology Consulting – Cybersecurity - Cyber Engineering Senior Consultant

EY’s Government and Public Sector (GPS) practice is a robust and emerging practice with tremendous potential for growth - and we are prepared to tap into that potential. Our US GPS practice combines an understanding of the public sector’s diverse needs, focused on delivering improved public services, with private sector leading practices.

The opportunity

Join our dynamic GPS team as a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and managing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in protecting sensitive data and ensuring our organization's resilience against external threats and breaches. Embrace the challenge of advancing our cybersecurity processes and safeguarding our digital future.

 Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative cybersecurity activities, utilizing your judgment and methodologies to formulate effective recommendations. You will navigate through complex challenges, ensuring the success of our projects while coordinating with junior team members to achieve collective goals. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the design and execution of cybersecurity deliverables
• Proactively participating in client sessions and potentially leading workstreams
• Assisting in identifying service opportunities and contributing to RFPs
• Monitoring project statuses, resource plans, and budgets

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you will need a strong foundation in both technical and business skills, with the ability to drive outcomes and communicate effectively with clients. Your success will be built upon:

• A deep understanding of cybersecurity and privacy principles
• Proficiency in system administration and threat hunting
• Strategic problem-solving and critical thinking abilities 

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity engineering gained in the government and public sector
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret-level clearance or higher
• Experience in project and change management
• Demonstrated characteristics of a forward thinker and self-motivator who thrives on new challenges and adapts to learning new knowledge
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Comfortable working in-person as needed

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A proven track record of delivering high-quality cybersecurity solutions
• The ability to mentor and guide junior team members
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• Prior consulting experience or experience working on technical projects

What we look for

We’re looking for top performers with a passion for cybersecurity and a dedication to excellence. Ideal candidates are those who exhibit a blend of technical prowess and strategic business acumen, with the ability to navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful outcomes. We value individuals who are eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to the success of our team and clients.

We’re interested in intellectually curious people with a genuine passion for cybersecurity. With your broad exposure across Cyber we’ll turn to you to speak up with innovative ideas that could make a lasting difference not only to us – but also to the industry. If you have the confidence in both your presentation and technical abilities to grow into a leading expert here, this is the role for you.