Practice Director Cybersecurity and Assurance

2 months ago

Houston, United States Paradigm Group, Inc. Full time

Role: Practice Director Cybersecurity and Assurance

Work Location: Houston – Galleria area (min 3 days onsite)

Number of Positions: 1

Type: Fulltime

Reports to: Partner in charge of Advisory

Industry: Advisory Services

Summary:

Join a dynamic and growing mid-sized advisory services firm, offering a wide range of services, including business, tax, and accounting advisory. We are expanding our practice to include cybersecurity and IT assurance services, and we are looking for a leader to drive this growth.


As the Cybersecurity & IT Assurance Practice Director, you will be responsible for building and leading a new practice area within our advisory firm. This role requires a strategic leader with deep expertise in cybersecurity, IT assurance, and risk management. You will be tasked with developing and implementing a go-to-market strategy, selling services to prospective clients, and recruiting and managing a team to service the growing client base.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Practice Development:
  • Develop and execute the strategic vision for the cybersecurity and IT assurance practice, aligning it with the firm’s overall advisory services.
  • Identify market trends, client needs, and service opportunities in cybersecurity and IT risk management.
  • Establish the firm as a trusted leader in cybersecurity and IT assurance for mid-market clients.


  • Business Development & Sales:
  • Drive business development efforts by identifying, engaging, and closing new client opportunities.
  • Lead client presentations and proposals and negotiate contracts with prospective clients.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure long-term engagements and business growth.


  • Service Delivery & Team Leadership:
  • Oversee the delivery of cybersecurity and IT assurance services, ensuring high-quality outcomes that meet client expectations.
  • Develop and grow a team of professionals with the expertise to provide top-tier cybersecurity, IT audit, and risk advisory services.
  • Provide mentorship, leadership, and career development to team members.


  • Collaboration & Integration:
  • Work closely with the firm’s other practice areas (business, tax, and accounting advisory) to identify cross-selling opportunities and deliver integrated advisory solutions.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align the cybersecurity and IT assurance practice with the overall strategic goals of the firm.




Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT audit, and assurance, preferably in a consulting or professional services environment.
  • Proven track record of successful business development and sales, particularly in advisory services.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, with a focus on building and managing high-performance teams.
  • Strong understanding of industry regulations and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR, SOC 2).


Skills & Competencies:

  • Strategic thinking with the ability to develop and implement growth-oriented plans.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client interactions, presentations, and team leadership.
  • Deep technical knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, IT auditing practices, and risk management.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and practice areas.


Why Join Us?

  • Be a key player in developing a new practice area for a well-established firm.
  • Work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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