Director of Cybersecurity and Technology Consulting

WHO WE ARE Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices - located in the fastest growing cities in the US - are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Job Summary The Director of Cybersecurity and Technology is responsible for delivering Cybersecurity and Technology Consulting services under the umbrella of Elliott Davis' overall Digital Practice. This position is responsible for the financial performance (profit/loss) of the Cybersecurity and Technology Consulting groups and growing services 10-15% year over year. As a key leader in the practice, the Director needs to demonstrate the ability to properly handle confidential information as well as adherence to the firm's mission, vision, and values. The Director will exhibit a strong commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration, guiding the team to deliver innovative solutions that meet our clients evolving needs. Responsibilities Win (Business Development, Relationship Management): 30%-50% time allocation Collaborate with growth leaders across the firm to support business development efforts by meeting with their clients/prospects, identifying opportunities to serve, and developing and presenting proposals. Maintain good relationships with existing customers with the intent to become their trusted advisor. Maintain good relationships with existing customers with the intent to renew and expand our services. Become a recognized security leader through live speaking engagements and the creation of whitepaper publications. Do (Billable Work, Running the Practice): 30%-50% time allocation Offer and perform fractional Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Chief Information Officer (CIO) services to customers and prospects Perform other billable consulting work as the opportunity arises. Perform quality reviews on customer deliverables. Ensure services are delivered with excellence, on-time and on-budget. Ensure the team effectively communicates the status of projects and deliverables to customers. Work with the centralized billing department to issue customer invoices timely and accurately. Address any customer issues that could impact timely payment of invoices. Develop and manage to an annual Net Revenue and Gross Margin budget. Manage suppliers to achieve optimal value and performance to our customers. Build (New and Changing Services): 10%-20% time allocation Working with the Digital Practice Leader, consider and evaluate new and derivative service offerings. Attract key talent to implement and expand the services. Develop, invest time, and motivate talent to develop a pool of ready-now leaders in the group. Establish relationships with key security product and service suppliers. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the practice. Requirements Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Information Technology (or related discipline) required, complemented by 15+ years of experience in Information Technology and/or Information Security. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to engage effectively with both internal and external clients and stakeholders. Excellent communication and presentation skills to all levels within an organization including board level. Able to build relationships with senior stakeholders. Experience building new products and services. Experience working in multiple industries. Broad understanding and experience of information security methodologies, best practices, and industry standards. Strong financial acumen, including managing annual budgets upwards of $10M. Experience in contract development, key legal principles, and client negotiations. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Ability to take full ownership of client deadlines and needs, including working necessary hours to meet client deadlines. Ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Supervisor Responsibilities Yes #LI-EH1 #LI-HYBR WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater. That's right - all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there's life beyond your job. Here are some of the ways our work works for your life, your growth, and your well-being: • generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's • flexible work schedules • 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible) • first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling • one-on-one professional coaching • Leadership and career development programs • access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Elliott Davis by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Elliott Davis. Elliott Davis will not be responsible for, or owe any fees associated with, referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals. ADA REQUIREMENTS The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: • Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone • Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Cognitive/Mental Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: • Use written and oral communication skills. • Read and interpret data, information, and documents. • Observe and interpret situations. • Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and • Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work.

Created: 2024-11-05