Cybersecurity Risk, Managing Consultant

Guidehouse

Managing Consultant leading Guidehouse federal cybersecurity risk, governance, assessment, and high-value asset oversight programs. Advising government stakeholders and teams on NIST, CISA, OMB, and FIPS compliance.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeMcLean • District of Columbia, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity risk management, including risk assessments and governance, while providing strategic guidance and oversight for high-value asset programs. Proficient in developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies and procedures aligned with federal frameworks and mandates.

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Cybersecurity Risk ManagementRisk AssessmentsCISSP CertificationNIST Guidance FamiliarityExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Risk GovernanceHigh-Value Asset OversightCybersecurity AuditsProject Management TechniquesFederal Cybersecurity Frameworks

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationClient-Facing Management

Tools & Technologies

NIST IR 8286NIST SP 800-171NIST SP 800-60NIST SP 1800-39AFIPS 140-3FIPS 199

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCRISCCAPCGRCCISA

Industry Keywords

Federal Cybersecurity MandatesCISAOMB DirectivesRisk ManagementRisk Assessment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee, manage, and lead cybersecurity risk management, risk governance, risk assessments, and high-value asset oversight and assessments
Maintain and improve the enterprise-level risk register
Coordinate and plan enterprise and organizational unit risk assessments
Oversee specified technology risk assessments and HVA oversight program functions
Provide strategic direction and guidance to workstream team leads and support cross-training
Review and advise on deliverables and perform QA/QC for all workstreams
Advise on and incorporate federal cybersecurity frameworks into evaluations and assessments
Develop, maintain, and provide input on agency-wide cybersecurity policies, procedures, and documentation
Prepare and update risk management and HVA-related plans, SOPs, and project schedules
Provide expert guidance to system owners, analysts, and leadership on cybersecurity best practices
Lead discussions with agency stakeholders and provide standardized technical assistance
Present complex risk assessment and HVA assessment findings and recommendations to technical and executive audiences
Prepare briefing materials for weekly reports and specific audiences
Advise on assessment severity and recommend courses of action to government stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including CISA and the Department of State

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active and current Secret federal security clearance
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university, or a Master’s Degree and five years of relevant experience
Seven years of relevant cybersecurity experience, or five years with a Master’s Degree
US Citizenship is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically in report writing
Certification in CISSP, CRISC, CAP/CGRC, CISA, or another relevant certification
Experience with cybersecurity risk assessments, risk governance, and high-value asset oversight
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity mandates, including CISA and OMB Directives
Knowledge of NIST guidance and principles related to risk management and risk assessment
Familiarity with NIST IR 8286, SP 800-171, SP 800-60, SP 1800-39A, FIPS 140-3, and FIPS 199
Familiarity with project management techniques and methodologies
Ability to present complex findings to technical and executive audiences
Experience consulting at large federal agencies and on cybersecurity audits and/or IT controls is nice to have
Demonstrated external client-facing management and/or consulting experience for large firms is nice to have

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend