EY Hiring for EY Parthenon – IT Cyber – Director – Multiple Locations at Sacramento, California Full Time

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Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Director within EY-Parthenon you will help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. The EY-Parthenon sub-service line comprises three competencies: Strategy; Transaction Strategy and Execution; and Turnaround and Restructuring Strategy. EY-Parthenon – Transaction Strategy and Execution has a market-leading proposition to create and maximize value for our clients, whether they are acquiring or divesting assets, or undertaking operational restructuring. 

The opportunity

Transaction Strategy and Execution – IT Cyber works on the most complex and high-profile global transactions, across a broad portfolio of clients and industry sectors. We are a group of experienced industry professionals with a background in operations who are serial transaction advisers, which enables us to bring a wealth of deep sector and functional knowledge to our clients. As a team, we prepare and execute separation and integration plans, identify ideas and sources of value enhancement, as well as advise on risk mitigation and the successful change of operations, functions and people.

Your key responsibilities

As a Director in Transaction Strategy and Execution – IT Cyber, you will be a vital member of the team managing and executing operational focused projects. You’ll execute and manage projects across all sectors, supporting our client service team in developing and executing strategies for transactions. Part of your role will also involve developing experience across a range of different type of engagements, including pre-deal (e.g. operational due diligence and carve-out planning) and post-deal (e.g. integration planning, tracking day-1 readiness). Having a commercial mind-set is key to this consulting-based role.

Skills and attributes for success

• Project Management – be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across the Strategy and Transactions sub service lines.

• Business and Commercially Driven – working in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients.

• Business Development – assist in aspects of pursuits, including presentations and client meetings. Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work.

• Learning – Learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences.

• Building Relationships – Strong working relationships with senior clients, including influence, advice and support to key decision makers.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 5 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 3 years of related work experience.

• MBA is preferred.

• Significant management consulting experience.

• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.

• Ability to translate cyber experience in a transactions environment.

• In-depth experience across wide spectrum of IT security including Strategy and Roadmap, Infrastructure and Application Security, Vendor Management and Procurement, Spend Analysis and Benchmarking, Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance.

• Experience working with IT security leadership (CISO, CIO) and business leadership (CEO, CFO, COO, BU President, etc) to assess cybersecurity issues and opportunities.

• Experience leading and managing in complex business environments.

• The ability to make detailed assessments of technology, operations or manufacturing infrastructure.

• The ability to synthesize approaches to complex integration/divestiture conflicts.

• The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.

• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally.

• Executive presence with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to develop detailed, compelling and analytical PowerPoint/Excel/Word/Visio deliverables to convey complex thoughts and ideas to various stakeholders.

• Exposure to various sectors such as financial services, healthcare, pharma, power and utility, energy, retail and hospitality, and technology.

• Knowledge of key IT and IT security management processes and industry frameworks (e.g. CMMI, COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27000, SSAE-18 SOC reporting, NIST Cybersecurity Framework).

• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks such as FFIEC, NERC CIP, PCI, HIPAA, and HITECH a plus.

• CISSP, CISM, CIPP, CRISC, ITIL, and IAPP certifications a plus.

• Must be willing and able to travel up to 80% on short notice.

Ideally you’ll also have

• A proven record of excellence in a mergers or acquisitions transactions role.

• Experience gained within another large professional services organization.

• Established networking skills in a relevant industry.

What we look for

We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them – often in politically charged environments. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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