National Security Director

Job Description

At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.

EisnerAmper is looking to hire a Director to join its Risk and Compliance Services practice as a dedicated member of the National Security Advisory services team. The Risk and Compliance Services National Security team drives value by delivering a range of risk advisory and compliance solutions rooted in risk management standards and technical expertise.

What it Means to Work for EisnerAmper:

• You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry

• You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance

• You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards

• We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions

• We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation

• Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work

The Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Partners and internal stakeholders to design and implement tailored, value-driven solutions that meet the unique needs of the National Security practice. Play a visible leadership role during client engagements.

• Lead assessments of client’s national security posture, including but not limited to assessments of compliance with NSAs, SCAs, NIST frameworks, and other security standards. Analyze how a company mitigates national security risks, interact with clients’ external counsel and USG agencies

• Build client confidence and participate in client relationship and business development activities such as identifying new opportunities and preparing proposals in response to RFPs

• Cultivate strategic relationships with senior government leaders, procurement officials, and key influencers as well as strategic partners and associations to position the firm as a trusted advisor

• Maintain a deep understanding and advanced knowledge of commonly used frameworks including IT governance, risk and compliance

• Stay informed about the National Security landscape to analyze the impact on our business and adapt strategies to position us appropriately

• Ensure scope of work addresses USG National Security interests and requirements

• Mentor and develop staff at all levels in the National Security practice

• May be required to occasionally work extended hours or travel/to work from different firm offices and/or client locations

Basic Qualifications:

• 15+ years of national security experience with USG preferably CFIUS, Team Telecom or DCSA related

• Bachelor's degree in related field such as Business, Economics, Accounting/Finance, Statistics/Analytics National Security, MIS, or other IT/Cybersecurity-related field of study or J.D.  

• 10+ years of experience working in USG preferably with NSA or in a CFIUS related agency or Consulting National Security or Risk Mitigation Practice Compliance professional and/or Information Security or a related field, either in professional services or industry

Preferred/Desired Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in related field such as Business, Economics, Accounting/Finance, Statistics/Analytics National Security, MIS, or other IT/Cybersecurity-related field of study or J.D

• Hold any of national security-related certifications

• Prior business development experience

• Ability to travel in states and overseas 10-25% of the time 

• Background in governance risk internal controls, security and compliance

• Knowledge of work with the US Government in CFIUS in highly complex cases, where data protection is required.

• Knowledge of US principals of critical infrastructure and TID Businesses

• Knowledge of the development of policies, procedures and controls and related supporting documentation and evidence

• Experience with Supply Chain Risk Management and Risk Management strategies

• Familiarity with software-driven security solutions working with CFIUS agencies

• Ability to evaluate that proper controls and safeguarding of assets, data, infrastructure or NSA covered information/property are in place to enforce compliance with an NSA across industries.

• Strong working knowledge of risk mitigation, internal control frameworks including NIST and ERM

• Prior experience developing and maintaining client relationships and building out practice areas

• Knowledge of advanced software-driven security technologies

EisnerAmper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status or any protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

About our Risk & Compliance (RSC) Team: 

Specializing in services such as risk advisory, technology risk and digital transformation, RCS employees aren’t just passionate about technology, but we see it as our driving force for innovation and forward thinking. We’re committed to serving as advocates to our clients, enabling them to navigate, transform, secure, and maintain processes, controls, and digital solutions they need to reach their unique goals. Whether it’s complying with a new regulatory requirement or automating controls within a process, providing peace of mind for those “what’s next” moments is our mantra and unique promise to clients.  

Risk & Compliance Services employees are encouraged to think like an owner when supporting clients. Through this entrepreneurial and business-first mindset, we’re pushed to take a step outside of our comfort zones and deliver solutions that both create a lasting business impact for our clients and allow us to grow as professionals.   

Our core values of trust, integrity and accountability allow us to act as strategic innovators. Because when we build trust with each other, we can bring new ideas to the table and execute them without fear of failure.    

About EisnerAmper:

EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with nearly 4,500 employees including 450 partners across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.

Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.

We strongly believe in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, EisnerAmper is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. 

Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: [email protected].

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