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Overview

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KPMG is currently seeking a Director, Tech Engineering to join our Tax Ignition Group.

KPMG is known for being a great place to work and build a career. We provide audit, tax and advisory services and are committed to individual development, an inclusive environment, and innovative excellence. This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Director, Client Security Engineering Architect role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the function of responding to clients' security inquiries
• Meet with clients to answer their security questions and negotiate compensating controls when there are gaps between client requirements and our product offerings
• Drive innovation and improvement in the client security inquiry process, including incorporating Artificial Intelligence into the process, creating additional collateral such as whitepapers, managing metrics, and improving tooling and interactions with requestors
• Partner with various groups within Tax's technology function and business teams to incorporate trends into product roadmaps; collaborate with other compliance teams, and raise awareness around client security requirements
• Review and respond to client security questionnaires and assessments
• Build and maintain a knowledge base of common client questions

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of recent experience in Information Technology (IT) security compliance, risk management or related IT security within a large IT organization, preferably within a professional services firm, software product, or other highly regulated environment
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Deep understanding of cloud architecture, modern software development, and technical security controls; Azure experience is preferred
• Strong executive presence, negotiation, presentation, and communication skills; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work effectively in a global environment with diverse cultural perspectives and international client needs
• Proven experience in client-facing roles, particularly in handling security inquiries, negotiations, and managing client relationships; demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous process improvement, particularly in integrating new technologies and methodologies into existing processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards such as COBIT, NIST, ISO; certifications such as CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Auditor, CRISC, CIPP, CGEIT or ITIL preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Note: KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. Salary ranges and benefits information are provided in compliance with applicable laws and company policy.

Regulatory and Benefits Notes

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law. For more information, see our benefits section on the KPMG US Careers site. No phone calls or agencies please.