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Advisory / Experienced / Sr. Manager / Director
Cyber Defense Solution Architect
Seattle, WA
127740
Career Level Requirement
Experienced
KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not 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 Cyber Defense Solution Architect in Cyber Threat Management for our Consulting practice.
Responsibilities:
- Lead pre-sales solution architect efforts for Cyber Defense and Security Operations, with a strong emphasis on client-facing engagements and technical solution design
- Collaborate with Alliance Sales Engineers to develop and present compelling technical solutions and demos, ensuring they are aligned with client expectations and needs
- Engage with clients directly to understand their challenges and requirements, and "show" the technical solutions and outcomes that align with their expectations
- Design and present tailored technical solutions for cross-sector Cyber Defense and Security Operations initiatives, emphasizing clear client benefits and value
- Facilitate large-scale security operations transformation and managed services programs by demonstrating firm-based approaches at internal training sessions, external events, and client meetings
- Innovate the next generation of cyber defense solutions to minimize the impact of threats, decrease their likelihood, and enhance adaptability, utilizing advanced technologies like AI and machine learning
- Design enterprise-scale technology systems, optimize processes for efficiency, and critically assess security tooling capabilities with strong technical justifications
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
- Eight years of experience in Security Operations architecture or related technology fields; consulting background is highly preferred
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience; relevant certifications in cybersecurity, cyber defense, and/or technical infrastructure are a plus.
- Proven ability to navigate technology integrations across client environments, enhancing defense layers while managing technology friction
- Strong client-facing skills with a demonstrated ability to build client relationships, understand their needs, and present tailored solutions
- Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams such as system administrators, data scientists, architects, and cybersecurity engineers to customize cyber defense solutions
- Ability and willingness to travel, work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, quickly adapt to new technology, and contribute effectively
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
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