Senior Consultant or Manager - Transaction Strategy and Execution - Cyber Security

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EY's Deal Technology division leads in offering specialised transaction advice and services to a wide range of clients, including corporations, governments, and private equity firms. We excel in managing the complexities of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, aligning clients' digital, cyber security, and IT strategies with their business goals. Our skilled team supports clients from the beginning, providing strategic analysis and navigating through deal execution. Our services include detailed IT due diligence, post-merger integration, strategic IT separation, and enhancing post-deal value.

What’s in it for you?   

As a Senior Consultant or Manager within the Transaction Strategy and Execution team, specialising in Cyber Security, you will play a pivotal role in advising clients on the strategic, operational, and technological aspects of cyber security during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. You will be responsible for leading project teams, developing cyber security strategies, and ensuring the seamless integration or separation of cyber security functions in transaction environments.

• Lead and manage projects related to cyber security within the context of M&A transactions, including due diligence, integration, and separation activities.
• Advise clients on cyber security risks, controls, and mitigation strategies during the transaction lifecycle.
• Develop and implement cyber security frameworks tailored to transaction scenarios, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Conduct cyber security assessments and gap analyses on target companies, providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cyber security strategies with overall transaction objectives.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to clients, clearly communicating complex cyber security concepts and findings.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Stay abreast of emerging cyber security technologies, threats, and industry trends to provide informed advice to clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services and engagements.

What we’re looking for 

We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go. Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cyber security, with a focus on M&A transactions preferred.
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering complex projects within tight timelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What we can offer you 

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment 
• Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility 
• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness 
• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits  
• We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Include reference to a competitive salary as appropriate for your SL/Comp team

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Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.  

  
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