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What You'll Do

As a Client Assurance Global Information Security Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that BCG's information security standards and practices meet client expectations. Collaborating closely with the Information Security Risk Management team, BCG’s Legal and Risk teams, client case teams, and external clients, you will address security-related concerns and maintain robust client trust. You will balance security requirements with user needs, ensuring a risk-based approach to decision-making. As a key member of the Security and IT teams, you will contribute to a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement in BCG’s information security practices.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

Client Interaction and Response: Address client inquiries by completing questionnaires, drafting responses, and participating in calls and meetings with clients, partners, case teams, and compliance teams. Provide timely, accurate, and clear communication tailored to client needs.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to client information, develop risk mitigation strategies, and oversee ongoing client audits to ensure compliance with security standards.Material Development: Create and maintain standard client-facing materials and documentation to streamline security communication.Trend Analysis: Monitor and analyze trends in information security and client security requirements, using insights to guide strategies and recommend initiatives.Policy and Standards Alignment: Ensure that client security expectations align with BCG’s policies, technologies, and solutions. Recommend improvements, projects, and standards to address evolving client requirements.Incident Response: Assist in the management of security incidents, responding to client-specific issues and ensuring swift resolution while accommodating unique client requests.Credential Maintenance: Maintain relevant information security credentials and certifications to establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders.Regulatory Expertise: Stay informed about relevant regulations such as GDPR and industry standards like ISO, NIST, and others, incorporating them into security practices.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with IT leaders, architects, and staff to safeguard the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of BCG's information assets. Provide input to IT projects and participate in audits, monitoring, and reporting activities.Security Enhancements: Support the implementation and maintenance of robust security policies, including asset classification, access control, incident management, business continuity, and compliance frameworks.

What You're Good At

 

You are well-rounded blend of technical expertise, problem-solving capabilities, leadership skills, and a strong focus on collaboration. Your knowledge of information technology and security, supported by academic credentials and hands-on experience, equips you to address complex challenges with confidence. You possess a keen understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape of security and privacy in an international context, as well as a sharp business acumen that allows you to bridge the gap between technology and business needs effectively.

 

Your analytical and decision-making skills are exceptional, enabling you to collect, analyze, and interpret key metrics to identify trends and improve performance. You excel in problem-solving and delivering insightful, actionable solutions. Additionally, your outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage projects ensure alignment with strategic business objectives, even in the face of ambiguity and fluctuating priorities.

 

Communication is one of your strongest assets, with exceptional verbal and written skills that allow you to represent BCG with professionalism and clarity in client communications. Your calm demeanor, grace under pressure, and active listening skills make you an effective collaborator and trusted advisor to diverse stakeholders.

 

Leadership comes naturally to you, as demonstrated by your ability to inspire trust, challenge conventional approaches, and cascade BCG’s strategic objectives into actionable work plans. You excel in fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, building relationships based on trust and integrity. Your ability to navigate complex organizational structures and cultural dynamics further underscores your adaptability and influence.

 

You are deeply committed to customer focus, prioritizing the critical issues that drive business impact while adopting an “enabling” and “value-adding” mindset. Your respect for others, combined with a strong sense of confidentiality and ethical conduct, ensures you build and sustain trusted relationships with colleagues and clients alike.

In this role, you thrive in fast-paced, intellectually demanding environments and have the ability to adapt flexibly to evolving business needs while upholding BCG’s values and culture. Your collaborative nature and proactive approach make you a key contributor to the success of both the organization and its clients.

What You'll Bring

You have a strong educational foundation, holding at least a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), with a preference for candidates with a master’s degree, ideally in a field related to technology, security, or business. With a minimum of five years of professional experience, you have developed a robust technical background complemented by significant expertise in information security and risk management.

 

You bring extensive experience in applying technology and security principles to solve complex business challenges. Your credentials include successful maintenance of professional certifications such as ISO, CISSP, or CISM, or other certifications that showcases your commitment to staying current in the evolving field of information security.

 

Your experience spans multinational enterprises, equipping you with the skills to navigate diverse regulatory environments and complex organizational structures. This combination of education, certifications, and professional experience positions you as a highly capable leader in managing security and technology challenges in a global business context.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.\n
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