Strategic Advisory Services Principal Consultant (Remote, BRA)

Role overview

Lead strategic cybersecurity advisory engagements that help organizations improve security and incident response before an incident. As the day-to-day engagement lead, you will work directly with executive stakeholders, guide teams through assessments and planning, and ensure delivery meets a high standard. The role also contributes to internal programs, business development, staffing, and external thought leadership.

Responsibilities - Lead complex advisory engagements and maintain working relationships with executive-level client stakeholders across industries. - Assess cybersecurity and incident response programs, then develop practical plans to strengthen organizational readiness. - Design realistic exercises that test the full range of a customer’s response capabilities. - Oversee high-quality reports, presentations, findings, and recommendations for client management. - Share industry perspectives through public speaking and written thought leadership, and track cybersecurity developments across government and industry. - Manage internal programs and teams, support staffing and scheduling, and contribute to business development.

Requirements - Typically 8–15 years of experience in security or IT management consulting, security program development, or government and public-sector cybersecurity work. - Experience advising executives and addressing both technical security concerns and operational matters such as policies, plans, and organizational alignment. - Ability to work with technical and nontechnical stakeholders to set actionable, well-supported security priorities. - Strong communication, relationship-building, independent analysis, and project management skills, including managing multiple engagements. - Demonstrated use of AI technologies to improve decisions, workflows, efficiency, or business outcomes. - Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent military, work experience, or training; candidates without a degree may qualify through relevant experience.

Benefits and work setup

Remote role with client travel of up to 30%, sometimes arranged on short notice. The source lists wellness programs, paid leave, holidays, and professional development opportunities.