CIS Controls v8 Assessor

Responsibilities:

• Assess client organizations against the Center for Internet Security Critical Security Controls Version 8 framework.
• Apply strong working knowledge of CIS Controls v8 to evaluate cybersecurity maturity, identify gaps, and support assessment conclusions.
• Facilitate client walkthroughs, interviews, and evidence review sessions with stakeholders across technical and business functions.
• Communicate effectively with executive-level stakeholders, translating assessment findings, risks, and recommendations into clear business language.
• Navigate client questions during the assessment process and provide informed guidance aligned with CIS Controls v8 requirements.
• Collaborate with KGS teams responsible for preparing assessment deliverables and supporting documentation.
• Review, refine, and finalize the final assessment report for delivery to the client.
• Ensure final deliverables are accurate, professional, and aligned with client expectations and assessment objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the integration of cybersecurity measures across all systems and processes
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred, not required
• Proven experience as a Cyber Consultant, Cybersecurity Analyst, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices
• Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001)
• Experience with cybersecurity tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and propose effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex cybersecurity concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH, are highly desirable

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KPMG LLP (“KPMG”) seeks a contractor in the United States to provide service to KPMG through one of our contracted employer/agency service providers. All applicants for any KPMG role are expected to act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment. All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

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Pay Rate Range

90 - 100 USD hourly