Cybersecurity - Management Consultant - Analyst/Consultant Position

Wavestone is a global consulting powerhouse dedicated to empowering businesses to navigate today's dynamic and competitive landscape.  With a presence in 17 countries and a team of over 5,500 experts, we combine first-class sector expertise with a 360° transformation portfolio of high-value consulting services.

At Wavestone, we go beyond simply offering solutions – we strive to build lasting partnerships with our clients.  Our collaborative approach ensures we understand client's unique challenges and tailor our strategies to achieve their specific goals.  We are passionate about fostering a culture of positive transformation – empowering businesses to not only survive but thrive in the ever-evolving world of technology, digitalization, and artificial intelligence.

As a leading global consulting firm, Wavestone is deeply rooted in the vibrant business landscapes of the United States. With an office in New York City, we leverage the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit to deliver exceptional consulting services. With a deep understanding of industries like Financial Services, Energy, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Transportation, and Retail, we offer a comprehensive range of IT transformation and business consulting services. From Cybersecurity and Operational Resilience to Data Strategy and Artificial Intelligence, Wavestone is a trusted partner in driving positive outcomes and setting new standards of excellence. We support CEOs and tech leaders (CDO, CTO, CISO, etc.) in crafting their IT strategy and optimizing their sourcing models to maximize the value of IT services and business processes.

Our 3 Business Circles and areas of expertise:

• Digital and Artificial Intelligence Transformation (DAT) – GenAI adoption, maturity benchmarking, cloud strategy, data strategy, service provider & solution selection, IT governance design & implementation
• Cybersecurity (CYB) - Identity and access management, regulatory remediation, incident response, resilience & crisis management, Strategy & roadmap, 360 OpRes Maturity Assessments
• Sourcing & Service Optimization (SSO) - Resource model strategy​, vendor rationalization​, go-to-market strategy​, performance delivery valuation​, services continuity strategy​, functional sourcing strategy​

Join us for a rewarding career in management consulting, offering competitive compensation, continuous learning, and many opportunities for professional growth. Shape the future of consulting and make a lasting impact - Apply now to join our team!

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We are looking for Analysts to join our Cybersecurity business circle, which is one part of the larger Cybersecurity Global Practice, an independent and an in-house team of 700+ people working seamlessly across the globe (between the US, London and Paris). We have developed a 360° expertise from strategies, operating models, Executive-level supports to Incident Response, Red teaming, security architecture with a focus on major transformation programs, and more.

At the crossroads of management and digital consulting, you will assist large organizations - including FTSE 100, Fortune 500 and CAC40 clients - in their most critical transformations. Our key objectives are to align cybersecurity strategies with client priorities and organizational goals; support top management in achieving their security targets through pragmatic solutions; and foster a culture of security awareness and proactive risk management across the organization. You will be responsible for delivering pragmatic and agile cybersecurity strategies that align client priorities and support top management in achieving their security target on 3 different types of engagements:

1. Innovate for Clients, Partners, and Employees
   • Develop and implement strategies for:
     • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
     • IT and OT Cybersecurity Convergence
     • Technology & Asset Management
     • Third-Party Risk Management
   • Facilitate innovation that enhances security posture and operational efficiency.
2. Protect Clients
   • Define security principles and architecture.
   • Conduct cybersecurity maturity assessments.
   • Integrate security measures into projects to ensure alignment with business goals.
   • Lead incident response efforts and manage crisis situations to enhance resilience.
3. Ensure Operational Excellence
   • Converge cybersecurity with operational resilience.
   • Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for cybersecurity initiatives.
   • Manage risk effectively while ensuring compliance with regulations.
   • Oversee program development and management for ongoing cybersecurity efforts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engagements managed by more experienced consultants from whom you will learn the basics of consulting core competencies.  
• Work with teams on projects for the business lines, functional teams, and technology departments of our clients from strategy definition to implementation
• Bring strong learning abilities and be proactive to better develop consulting skills and become more autonomous. 
• Perform accurate assessments and analysis of client activities, manage day-to-day client relationships at peer client levels and assist clients in the effective use of management systems, tools, techniques, group problem-solving, and team building. 
• Structure, write, and deliver quality work documents with oversight from others, ensure all information related to the assignments is circulated correctly, and alert colleagues/superiors of any difficulties. 
• Collaborate/Coordinate across the different Wavestone teams to participate in local and global firm development.
• Continue to up-skill and stay current with the market, through our apprenticeship style coaching and our learning and development programs
• Contribute to the firm’s development activities such as business development (i.e. proposals, market offers, white papers, etc.) and/or team development activities (i.e. recruitment, training, social events, office culture, etc.) 

We are recruiting for Analysts to Consultant

As a part of the Wavestone team, you will be engaged with projects and opportunities that will develop your skills and advance your career. Our collaborative culture ensures that you become an integral member of the Wavestone team – from day 1!

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, economics, or other analytical major
• Strong interest in Management Consulting and digital technologies
• Analytical mindset with a developing business acumen 
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for innovation and driving growth
• Exceptional teamwork skills, with a collaborative and supportive approach to working with colleague
• Ability to complete structured problem solving with senior management support
• Ability to learn quickly and work through critical business and/or technology challenges 
• Customer centric mindset and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills 

Most of all, you want to be part of an ambitious, fast-growing company project in the US and abroad. You want to put your enthusiasm to work for a firm that can offer you the chance to take on responsibility quickly. 

*Only candidates legally authorized to work for any employer in the U.S on a full time basis without the need for sponsorship will be considered. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Our Commitment

Wavestone values and Positive Way  

At Wavestone, we believe our employees are our greatest ambassadors. By embodying our shared values, vision, mission, and corporate brand, you'll become a powerful force for positive change. We are united by a shared commitment to making a positive impact, no matter where we are. This is better defined by our value base, "The Positive Way," which serves as the glue that binds us together:

• Energetic - A positive attitude gives energy to lead projects to success. While we may not control the circumstances, we can always choose how we respond to them.
• Responsible - We act with integrity and take ownership of our decisions and actions, considering their impact around us.
• Together - We want to be a great team, not a team of greats. The team's strength is each individual member, each member's strength is the team.

We are Energetic, Responsible and Together!

Benefits

• 25 PTO / 6 Federal Holidays / 4 Floating Holidays
• Great parental leave (birthing parent: 4 months | supporting parent: 2 months) 
• Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Match
• HSA/FSA
• Up to 4% bonus based on personal and company performance with room to grow as you progress in your career
• Regular Compensation increases based on performance
• Employee Stock Options Plan (ESPP)

Travel and Location

This full-time position is based in our New York office. You must reside or be willing to relocate within commutable distance to the office.
Travel requirements tend to fluctuate depends on your projects and client needs

Diversity and Inclusion

Wavestone seeks diversity among our team members and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Wavestone, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We have a strong global CSR agenda and an active Diversity & Inclusion committee with Gender Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability Inclusion and Anti-Racism networks.

If you need flexibility, assistance, or an adjustment to our recruitment process due to a disability or impairment, you may reach out to us to discuss this.

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