Manager - Consulting - Cyber Security

At EY, you will have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we are counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

Our consulting business offers a broad range of functional and multi-jurisdictional services aimed at providing clients with high-value and trusted advice. Our financial services organization is the only one of the Big 4 companies with a functional and international specialization in the financial services sector. This is how we offer seamless, consistent, and high-quality services to our customers around the world.

• Work on exciting Cybersecurity projects at some of the largest Swiss banks and insurance companies
• Gain insights into cutting-edge IT environments and our global methods
• Be at the forefront of thought leadership in response to today's changing market and new challenges

Your key responsibilities

• Your focus will be on Cybersecurity consulting, information security, and risk assessment of processes, applications, systems, and IT infrastructures in banks and insurance companies
• You will work on projects in hot topics in Cybersecurity such as cloud security, blockchain, DevOps, penetration testing, and security architecture
• In addition, you will also take on tasks in the areas of IT risk assurance in terms of internal controls and risk and compliance management
• Manage and execute complex Cybersecurity engagements
• Contribute to go-to-market strategy and execution including identification of sales opportunities, and preparation of proposals for our financial services and insurance clients
• Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional EY teams to create strong ties, to raise awareness of the Cybersecurity team's capabilities, and to seize cross-functional sales opportunities
• Speak and participate in security conferences and professional meetings
• As a member of an interdisciplinary team of specialists, you will support our customers in consulting projects in assessing and improving the effectiveness and quality in the field of Cybersecurity
• Help our clients understand the Cyber threat landscape and assess the maturity of their Cybersecurity strategy

Skills and attributes for success

• Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Business Information Technology, in a technical field (e.g. Computer Science) related to Cybersecurity topics, MAS in Information Security, or equivalent education
• Relevant professional experience (at least 5 years) in Cybersecurity, information security and technical IT security assessments
• Sound organizational and technical knowledge in the area of Cybersecurity including experience with relevant security standards and frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001:2013, NIST Cybersecurity Framework etc.)
• A must: Passion for consulting and Cybersecurity topics and an in-depth experience in one or more Cybersecurity areas such as (but not limited to) security architecture, data protection, network security, or identity and access management
• Experience in leadership, team mentoring, client, and project management
• Ideally, relevant industry certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, etc.)
• A plus: Previous knowledge of the financial services sector
• Qualities guaranteed to boost your career at EY: ability to work in a team, determination, commitment, a strong presence, an independent working style, and a quick grasp of new topics
• Fluent in German and English

What we offer

EY Switzerland offers you to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with around 3,000 employees from 64 different countries. You will collaborate with the best, learn from the best and continually grow, as we invest a significant portion of our annual turnover in the personal development and training of our employees.

Click here to find out more about our benefits and corporate social responsibility.

Have we sparked your interest? We look forward to receiving your complete application with CV, cover letter and certificates. 

For more information, please contact our recruitment team (recruitment.switzerland@ey.com / +41 58 286 33 66).

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