Lead Specialist, Federal Cyber Security Architect

The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we don't anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist to join our Federal Advisory practice.Responsibilities:• Lead complex enterprise environments from a cyber security perspective across the U.S. Federal government space• Perform technical zero trust planning, system integration, and/or system verification and validation• Develop and maintain an organization's network zero trust strategy, aligning it with business goals and compliance requirements• Perform cybersecurity/ system analysis, including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal• Lead and support for integration of zero trust into systems development efforts through a DevSecOps approach• Lead project management efforts for zero trust and cyber security technology and process assessments/ implementations, including security architecture, cloud security, DevSecOps, risk assessment, incident response, Risk Management Framework (RMF), penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, vendor and third-party risk management, data privacy and information governance and program delivery• Lead the process of identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunitiesQualifications:• A minimum of five years of experience in Information Security; U.S. Federal government consulting experience preferred• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university• Knowledge base in cyber security operations, cloud security, and/or security architecture• Experience with business development and client services orientation• Functional certification such as AWS, Azure, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Google, MCSE, IAM platforms, IT-GRC preferred; CISSP, CCSP, CAP, CEH, CPT, CISM, CISA, CIPP, GIAC, GSEC, and/or GCFW certifications preferred• Ability to travel as required to support firm engagements• U.S. Citizenship required and an active U.S. Federal Government Secret Security ClearanceKPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. 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