Cybersecurity Senior Consultant in KPMG

KPMG is an international network of independent firms providing auditing, tax and consulting services. KPMG is the brand under which the member firms of KPMG International Limited ("KPMG International") operate and provide professional services. "KPMG" is used to refer to individual member firms of the KPMG network or to one or more member firms collectively.

KPMG member firms have more than 273,000 partners and employees in offices in 143 countries around the world. Each firm is an independent legal entity. Each KPMG member firm is responsible for its obligations.

In its activities, KPMG adheres to three key principles: ensuring the quality of services, studying and understanding the problems of our clients, as well as honesty and integrity in business. It is these principles that motivate our professionals to provide audit, tax and consulting services that demonstrate global consistency and unwavering business integrity. We will build and maintain our reputation as the best firm for our clients, ensuring the full potential of our employees, clients and communities.

Role:

Our team of cyber security experts is committed to providing first-class service in providing our customers with protection against cyber threats. We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced Senior Network and Infrastructure Security Consultant to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the development, implementation and management of robust security measures for our clients' networks and infrastructure. As a senior member of our Cyber ​​Security Consulting team, you will work with clients to assess their security needs, develop customized solutions and provide best practice recommendations.

The candidate will be responsible for the following areas:

AND. Security assessment.

• Comprehensive security assessment of customer networks and infrastructure.
• Identification of vulnerabilities, threats and risks associated with existing systems.
• Development of recommendations for the implementation and configuration of security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN and other protections.
• Providing advice in areas such as network segmentation, access control and encryption

II. Incident response and digital forensics.

• Incident response and investigation of security incidents.
• Development and documentation of incident response plans for clients.
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III. Security Policy and Compliance.

• Assist clients in developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

IV. Security awareness and training.

• Conducting security awareness training for client personnel.
• Keeping abreast of the latest trends and developments in cyber security.

VI. Providing support to KPMG in business development activities.

• Facilitating business development activities to strengthen the reputation and brand of KPMG
• Supporting the preparation of proposals for potential clientsients
• Mentoring and training junior team members

Experience and skills required:

The ideal candidate should:

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• Have a bachelor's and/or master's degree in technology, engineering or business with a major in Information Systems, as well as a deep interest in technology risk, security and IT management
• Have strong research, analytical, organizational skills skills, problem-solving skills, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas and results to technical and non-technical audiences
• Minimum 5 years of network design and administration experience, and /or at least 2-3 years of previous work experience in the field of information security and/or at least 1 year as a team leader
• English language - Intermediate (B1) and above and/or willingness to improve English in a short time
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols and technologies including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, operating systems such as Linux and Microsoft Windows, and/or cloud technologies
• Experience in configuring, implementing and/or managing various security technologies such as Firewall, SIEM, EDR, SOAR/IRP, VPN, IDS/IPS, TIP, etc.
• Experience in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including network segmentation, micro-segmentation, and the concept of zero-trust
• Familiarity with digital forensics tools and techniques for investigating security incidents
• Threat modeling and risk assessment
• Experience with security related regulatory requirements such as NIST, PCI/DSS, ISO 27001, NBU, GDPR
• Experience using Python, PowerShell, Bash or equivalent language preferred
• Security certifications preferred (eg GIAC\SANS, CREST, Offensive Security, CCNA/CCNP CyberOps , CCSP or similar)

If you are passionate about cybersecurity, have strong technical skills and can work in a team, we invite you to join our team and make your contribution to the safety and success of our clients.

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KPMG is a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. KPMG is the brand under which the member firms of KPMG International Limited (“KPMG International”) operate and provide professional services. "KPMG" is used to refer to individual member firms within the KPMG organization or to one or more member firms collectively.

KPMG firms operate in 143 countries and territories with more than 273,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. Each KPMG member firm is responsible for its own obligations and liabilities.

KPMG is committed to three key imperatives: quality of services, insight into the problems of our clients, and integrity in our business. It is these principles that drive our firms' professionals to provide audit, tax, and advisory services that reflect global consistency and unwavering integrity. We will build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring that our people, our clients and our communities achieve their full potential.

The role:

Our team of cybersecurity experts is committed to delivering top-notch services, ensuring our clients stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network and Infrastructure Security Senior Consultant to join our dynamic team. A successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures for our clients’ networks and infrastructure. As a senior member of our cybersecurity consulting team, you will collaborate with clients to assess their security needs, develop tailored solutions, and provide guidance on best practices.

The candidate will be responsible for the following areas:

І. Security Assessment.

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments of clients’ networks and infrastructure.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks associated with existing systems.
• Develop recommendations on implementation and configuration of security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and other security appliances
• Provide expertise in areas such as network segmentation, access control, and encryption

ІІ.  Incident Response and Forensics:

• Lead incident response efforts and conduct forensic investigations when security incidents occur.
• Develop and document incident response plans for clients.

ІІІ. Security Policy and Compliance:

• Assist clients in developing and enforcing security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

ІV. Security Awareness and Training:

• Deliver security awareness training to clients’ staff.
• Stay informed about the latest trends and developments in cybersecurity.

VI. Support KPMG with business development activities:

• Contribute to business development activities to enhance the reputation and brand of KPMG
• Support the preparation of proposals for prospective clients
• Mentor and train junior staff

Experience and skills required

The ideal candidate should:

• Possess Bachelor and/or Master degree in Technology, Engineering, or Business studies with Information Systems major/minor along with deep interest in technology risk, security and IT governance
• Have strong research, analytical, organizational, problem solving and inter-personal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present ideas and results to technical and non-technical audiences
• Minimum 5 years of network design and administration, and/or minimum 2-3 years of previous experience in security operations, and/or minimum 1 year in team lead role
• English — Intermediate (B1) and higher and/or a strong desire to improve English skills in a short time
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, operating systems such as Linux and Windows, and/or cloud technologies
• Proficiency in configuring, implementing, and/or managing a variety of security technologies such as Firewall, SIEM, EDR, SOAR/IRP, VPN, IDS/IPS, TIP etc.
• Experience in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including network segmentation, micro-segmentation, and zero-trust frameworks
• Familiarity with digital forensics tools and techniques for investigating security incidents
• Ability to conduct threat modeling and risk assessments
• Have experience with security related regulatory requirements, such as NIST, PCI/DSS, ISO 27001, NBU, GDPR
• Preferred experience using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or an equivalent language
• Preferred security certifications (e.g., GIAC\SANS, CREST, Offensive Security, CCNA/CCNP CyberOps, CCSP or similar)

If you are passionate about cybersecurity, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the security and success of our clients.