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Cyber Security Managing Director

BDO USA, LLP
United States, Illinois, Oak Brook
2715 Jorie Boulevard (Show on map)
Feb 10, 2026

Job Summary:

This Cyber Security Managing Director is responsible for ensuring excellence in service delivery, driving business development and revenue growth, and fostering a high-performing team through effective people management. The ideal candidate will combine deep cybersecurity expertise with strong business acumen to expand our client portfolio, deliver high-impact solutions, and position the practice as a market leader in cybersecurity consulting services.

Job Duties:

Service Delivery



  • Oversees the end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity consulting services, including risk assessments, threat modeling, incident response, compliance advisory, security architecture, and managed security services.
  • Ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, while maintaining client satisfaction and managing risks.
  • Develops and implements best practices, methodologies, and tools to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness. Develops and implements modern and relevant offerings to further enhance and mature the practice service catalog.
  • Leads complex client engagements, providing thought leadership and ensuring alignment with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).


Business Development



  • Drives revenue growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding relationships with existing clients.
  • Leads sales efforts, including proposal development, pitching services, and negotiating contracts. Coordinate with priority account programs and other internal sales and go to market activities.
  • Develops and executes go-to-market strategies for cybersecurity offerings, staying ahead of emerging threats and market trends.
  • Manages project-based forecasting, budgeting, utilization, and profitability targets.


Additional Duties



  • Represents the practice externally through speaking engagements, industry events, and thought leadership content.
  • Collaborates with other firm leaders to integrate cybersecurity services across broader consulting offerings to drive cross sell and client expansion.
  • Monitors regulatory changes and evolving cyber threats to inform practice strategy
  • Other duties as assigned


Supervisory Responsibilities:



  • Builds, mentor, and lead a team of cybersecurity consultants, managers, and specialists, promoting professional development and career growth.
  • Fosters a collaborative, inclusive culture that attracts and retains top talent in the cybersecurity field.
  • Oversees recruitment, performance management, and succession planning for the practice.
  • Provides coaching and guidance to ensure team members deliver exceptional results and maintain high morale.


Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:



  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, required
  • Bachelor's degree with a Focus in Cybersecurity / Information Security, Technology, preferred


Experience:



  • Twelve (12) or more years of progressive experience in cybersecurity overseeing end to end delivery, service offerings and best practices, required
  • Five (5)+ or more years of experience in a senior leadership role within a consulting firm or professional services environment, required
  • Proven track record in business development, including generating and closing multi-million-dollar deals in cybersecurity services, required
  • Extensive experience managing service delivery for complex cybersecurity projects and leading high-performing teams, preferred
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, technologies, and best practices (e.g., threat intelligence, zero trust, cloud security),required or preferred


Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:



  • Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team
  • Strong communication and relationship building skills. Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment to corporate mission
  • Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems
  • Capacity to work in a deadline-driven environment while handling multiple projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details
  • Capable of successfully multi-tasking while working independently or within a group environment
  • Capable of working well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems in a professional manner
  • Ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills
  • Must have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills



Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Ohio Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Colorado Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Illinois Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Maryland Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Massachusetts Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Minnesota Range: $240,000 - $350,000
New Jersey Range: $240,000 - $350,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:
Ohio Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Vermont Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Washington Range: $240,000 - $350,000
Washington DC Range: $240,000 - $350,000

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