Senior Consultant - Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Are you a talented individual with a proven track record on executing project deliverables.  

**Open to both Consultant or Senior Consultant levels**

Join our rapidly expanding team, where you will be working with like-minded professionals helping our clients effectively solve their cybersecurity, privacy & data protection challenges today and prepare them for the ones tomorrow. This role offers you a unique opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of national and global initiatives including developing risk management and compliance programs, providing targeted advice, and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions on a global scale.

Join our rapidly expanding team, where you will be working on diverse global projects, helping develop policies & programs, operationalize requirements, and facilitate regulatory compliance. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of initiatives, including, data protection, risk management, maturity assessment and implementation of cutting-edge privacy technologies.

As a valued member, you will be responsible for fieldwork and project delivery in a client facing environment and collaborate across our existing and new service offerings. If you're passionate about Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection and are eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

You will work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business challenges from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing, implementing, and operationalizing cybersecurity and privacy risk management strategies, operating models, organizational capabilities, and safeguards.
• Conducting compliance and cybersecurity, privacy & data protection capability maturity assessments on organizational level and specific to existing or emerging technologies.
• Putting legal and regulatory requirements into business and technology context and providing actionable insights to businesses and technical teams (across Canada, EU, and USA).
• Advising on data governance, data lifecycle protection, data mapping, and wider aspects of information and data management.
• Implementing and managing data privacy management solutions across modules of, consent orchestration, data discovery & classification, data subject access requests, vendor assessment, records of processing activities and privacy impact assessments.
• Participating in the development and execution of advisory service plans, information risk management strategies, business cases, cost-benefit analysis, and benefits realization deliverables.
• Assisting with business and practice development efforts, proposals, marketing material, internal and external presentations, social engagement efforts, and white paper development.

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of relevant professional work experience.
• Preferably an advanced degree in business, computer science, science, law, or relevant degree subject, but we welcome people from all backgrounds if you have a passion for Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection.
• Understanding and experience with application of principles, frameworks, and methodologies within the context of cybersecurity, privacy & data protection. This includes legal and regulatory requirements, GAPP, ISO27k family, ITIL, NIST CSF, NIST Privacy Framework, NIST RMF, etc.
• Experience in developing work products in a clear, organized structure, catering to a diverse audience across all enterprise functions.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively.
• A commitment to self-learning, continuous skill, and professional knowledge development.
• Industry relevant certifications from IAPP, ISO, ISACA, and/or OneTrust would be an asset.

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information   

The expected base salary range for this position is $71,500 to $119,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.