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As a Senior Manager in Cybersecurity at Sia, you'll be responsible for developing and delivering client solutions on a range of cybersecurity topics, including operational resilience and risk frameworks. You'll collaborate with teams to conduct findings presentations to executives and support business development initiatives to attract key accounts. Additionally, mentoring junior staff and contributing to internal initiatives will be a significant part of your role, ensuring that you are leading not just projects but also people.

To qualify for the Senior Manager Cybersecurity position at Sia, candidates should possess a Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related fields, along with 6-8 years of relevant consultancy experience in cybersecurity projects. Strong technical skills in programming languages, as well as a solid understanding of IP networks, cloud technologies, and cryptography are also required to effectively navigate the complexities of the role.

At Sia, we highly value professional growth and offer a comprehensive training plan aimed at elevating your expertise as a Senior Manager Cybersecurity. You'll have opportunities to engage in continuous learning, whether it's through formal training sessions or project-based learning as you collaborate with international teams and drive innovative solutions for our clients.

Working as a Senior Manager Cybersecurity at Sia means being part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment that is designed to inspire creativity and innovation. With flexible work options including the choice to work from home or our Brussels office, plus an international team scattered across 48 locations in 19 countries, you can expect diverse perspectives and enriching experiences in your role.

At Sia, we offer competitive salaries complemented by an attractive benefits package that includes a company car or flexible mobility plan, structured salary increases, and performance bonuses. Additionally, our focus on employee wellbeing means you can enjoy flexible transport options and a supportive work environment that values work-life balance.

When responding to this question, it's essential to showcase specific projects where you've applied these frameworks. Mention how your familiarity with NIST CSF helped clients identify vulnerabilities or enhance their cybersecurity stance, and how implementing ISO 2700x frameworks aligned with their compliance needs. Highlight your strategic insight in tackling potential risks and your role in developing tailored solutions.

In your answer, emphasize the importance of communication and collaboration. Illustrate how you would approach the situation with an open mind, seeking to understand the other person's perspective while also articulating your own. Showcase a real-life example where collaboration led to a better solution, as it demonstrates your leadership and conflict resolution skills.

Outline your proactive approach to staying current with cybersecurity trends, such as subscribing to industry publications, participating in webinars, and engaging with professional networks. Mention how sharing this knowledge with your team has fostered a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, positioning you and your clients ahead of emerging threats.

Choose a project that demonstrates your problem-solving and leadership skills. Describe the challenges faced, the strategies you implemented to overcome them, and the results achieved. Use quantifiable metrics to showcase your success and how it positively impacted the client’s operations or security posture.

Discuss your organizational and time-management skills, providing a method you use to prioritize tasks, such as the Eisenhower Matrix or project management tools. Explain how you assess urgency and impact, and provide a specific example of effectively juggling multiple projects while ensuring quality deliverables.

Your response should highlight your ability to translate complex technical jargon into understandable language for non-technical stakeholders. Give an example of how you've successfully communicated risks in previous roles, ensuring stakeholders grasp the implications and necessary actions needed to address those risks.

Highlight specific methodologies you would apply, such as conducting risk assessments, business continuity planning, or developing incident response frameworks. Emphasize the importance of making resilience a fundamental part of the client’s culture and how you would engage with various stakeholders to achieve this.

Discuss tools you are proficient in using, such as GRC software or threat modeling applications, and how they contribute to effective cyber risk management. You can mention your experience with proprietary tools developed at Sia and how they can drive better risk assessment and decision-making for clients.

Illustrate your mentoring strategy, focusing on how you tailor your guidance to individual team members' strengths and development areas. Mention your belief in promoting a collaborative learning environment, where juniors feel comfortable asking questions and contributing ideas, fostering their growth in the cybersecurity space.

In your answer, align your career goals with Sia’s values and mission. Be sure to express enthusiasm for Sia's innovative approach to consulting and its commitment to client success. Highlight how the culture of growth, teamwork, and optimism excites you and aligns with your professional aspirations.