Manager - Cybersecurity

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You've come to the right place.

You will act as a security point of contact for QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey and McKinsey Technology Practices with additional support from the rest of the Tech Ecosystem organization as and when required. You will drive the promotion and adoption of the Secure Development Lifecycle, DevSecOps and Cloud security policies, and contribute to the development and continual improvement of the Tech Ecosystem security strategy. You will provide reporting on security compliance, incidents, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). You will also deliver and represent the priorities of the Practice back to Tech Ecosystem Leadership. You will conduct comprehensive product security reviews and assist products in vulnerability management. Your work will help secure the products created by the developers and engineers at McKinsey that enable our consulting teams to deliver the value and impact McKinsey is known for. You will be based in one of our offices located in Prague, London, San Jose, or Sao Paulo.

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning:Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters:From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community:With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Exceptional benefits:On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.

• 5+ years of corporate and/or professional services experience in Cyber or a similar information security role
• Technical understanding of a range of enterprise IT and cloud-based architectures and technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Experience conducting product security reviews and knowledge of vulnerability management
• Working Knowledge of common information security controls, guidelines and standards, such as ISO27001, SOC 2, NIST CSF, NIST SP800-53, GDPR, etc.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a wider team, with minimal supervision
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSK, or cloud security specialty certifications are preferred but not required
• Demonstrated interest in and hands on experience with AI technologies, including the use of generative AI tools to improve productivity, security analysis, research, or operational processes.
• Awareness of emerging AI security risks and considerations, with a willingness to learn and apply evolving best practices related to AI governance, data protection, and responsible AI use.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to converse effectively at all levels of seniority, both internally and externally

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.