Technology
and Cyber Security Due Diligence Managing Director

Location: Open

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished and entrepreneurial Practice Lead to drive the growth, maturity and technical vision
of our Technology and Cyber Security Due Diligence Advisory practice. This leader will define and execute the strategic and technical vision for the practiceestablishing service offerings, managing client relationships, ensuring delivery excellence, and driving growth across the full deal lifecycle. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise, business leadership, and consulting experience to translate complex cybersecurity and IT risks into actionable insights that inform investment decisions and strengthen organizational resilience.
The Practice Lead will oversee both transactional diligence work and ongoing advisory services such as vCISO, remediation planning, and governance engagements.

Primary Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Build and scale the Technology and Cyber Security Due Diligence Advisory practice from concept to a mature, high-performing business line.

• Define the practices strategic direction, service portfolio, and go-to-market strategy in collaboration with firm leadership.

• Own the practices P&L, including revenue forecasting, margin management, and reinvestment planning.

• Lead business development initiatives by cultivating relationships with private equity firms, investment banks, and corporate development teams.

• Develop proposals, statements of work, and client presentations that highlight the firms value proposition and capabilities.

• Communicate client goals, timelines, and projects to the division; plan and oversee their execution to align with business objectives.

• Prepare and deliver operational, financial, and project progress reports to firm leadership and clients.

• Lead the Cybersecurity Consulting team delivering cyber strategy, virtual CISO, and remediation projects.

• Serve as a senior subject matter expert and trusted advisor on cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC).

• Drive the development and presentation of final deliverables, including technology due diligence reports, integration/separation roadmaps, and IT operating model designs.

• Lead go-to-market strategies, ensure quality and consistency in delivery, and mentor junior consultants and analysts.

Service Development & Delivery Excellence

• Design and implement standardized diligence methodologies, frameworks, and reporting templates that align with market standards for precision, speed, and executive readability.

• Oversee delivery of technology and cybersecurity due diligence engagements, including red-flag reviews, deep-dive assessments, integration readiness, carve-outs, and remediation planning to ensure they are meeting quality standards, deadlines and client expectations.

• Guide clients through incident response planning, security assessments, and post-breach remediation activities.

• Maintain current knowledge of emerging threats, regulatory changes, and security technology trends to advise both internal and external stakeholders.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain trusted, executive-level relationships with CIOs, CISOs, deal teams, and boards of directors.

• Support clients throughout post-close integration, remediation, and long-term governance initiatives.

Practice Enablement & Thought Leadership

Analyze user needs and design software or security solutions for client use.

• Develop intellectual property (IP), accelerators, and reusable assets to improve engagement efficiency and scalability.

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a team of consultants, analysts, and subject matter experts.

• Establish relationships with vendors, professional associations, and industry organizations to strengthen the firms brand and credibility.

• Modify existing applications or tools to improve performance, enhance reporting, and support automated diligence workflows.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, technology risk management, or technology M&A due diligence, ideally within consulting, advisory, or PE/IB environments.

• Proven success in building or scaling a professional services or consulting practice.

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, SOC 2), and regulatory requirements (HIPAA, GLBA, SOX, GDPR, CCPA).

• Proven track record leading cyber strategy, vCISO services, or remediation engagements for enterprise or PE-backed clients.

• Expertise in advanced security tools for vulnerability management, intrusion detection, and SIEM monitoring.

• Strong experience conducting IT and cybersecurity due diligence for M&A transactions, carve-outs, or integrations.

• Exceptional analytical skills for effective problem-solving, risk evaluation, and data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to translate complex technical issues into executive-ready insights.

• Thorough understanding of CIS principles, programs, and security governance models.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines.

• Bachelors degree in information security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience required; advanced degree or certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, PCI QSA) preferred.