Senior Strategic Security Consultant
@ Google

Austin, TX
$163,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago

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About the Role

The Senior Strategic Security Consultant is responsible for helping clients prepare for, mitigate, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats. You will apply your deep understanding of computer science, operating system functionality, networking, cloud services, and corporate network environments to assist in high-profile incidents and engagements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic cybersecurity projects and manage consulting engagements.
  • Guide the evolution of security programs and advise on new security technologies.
  • Enhance cyber defense capabilities focusing on incident response, threat hunting, and threat intelligence.
  • Assess and mitigate cybersecurity risks with thorough security reviews and maturity assessments.
  • Validate security effectiveness by configuring and managing platforms like Mandiant Security Validation (MSV).

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. Minimum 5 years of experience in developing cybersecurity solutions and managing cyber risks. Ability to travel up to 30%.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications in cloud platforms, experience with cloud security frameworks and governance, and excellent time and project management skills.

About Google Public Sector

Google Public Sector helps government and educational institutions accelerate digital transformations with tailored enterprise solutions. The team is growing to meet the demands of local, state, and federal government and education sectors.

Compensation

The base salary for this role ranges from $132,000 to $194,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Actual compensation is determined by location, skills, and experience.

Key skills/competency

  • Cybersecurity
  • Risk Assessment
  • Incident Response
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Cloud Security
  • Security Consulting
  • Network Security
  • Project Management
  • Mandiant Security Validation
  • Governance

How to Get Hired at Google

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight cybersecurity and consulting experience.
  • Research Google Public Sector: Understand challenges in government digital transformation.
  • Emphasize cloud expertise: Detail certifications and cloud platform skills.
  • Prepare for scenario questions: Practice incident response and risk evaluation examples.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review latest cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
Practice configuring cloud security platforms.
Brush up on incident response methodologies.
Study network and system vulnerability assessments.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling of complex project challenges.
Explain balancing multiple consulting engagements.
Detail communication with executive stakeholders.
Discuss feedback incorporation in security strategies.

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