US Broking Sr. Cyber Security Consultant
Company: Aon
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 14, 2024
Job Description:
US Broking Senior Cyber Security Consultant Are you seeking an
opportunity to be a part of our growing, full service Cyber
Solutions team by evaluating and analyzing actions that lead to
more effective risk management of cyber risks, and more effective
cyber risk transfer solutions? Join our Cyber Solutions Team! This
will be a hybrid-remote role based out of our Chicago, IL; Dallas,
TX; Atlanta, GA; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; San Francisco, CA;
or Los Angels, CA office location. Aon is in the business of better
decisionsAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and
enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we
are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are
passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What
the day will look like:
Support broking clients and potential
new broking relationships through the evaluation of security
programs and facilitating Aon proprietary assessment (CyQu) and
ransomware evaluation report read-outs; conducting reviews of
potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities; evaluating and analyzing
appropriate actions that can enable more effective risk management
of cyber risk, and more effective cyber risk transfer
solutions.Collaborate with Aon's advisory resources to recommend
strategies to reduce security risks across a cybersecurity
program-- cloud services, on-premise infrastructure, servers,
network devices, user endpoints, and employee awareness.Understand
existing client processes and controls and associated risks with
respect to electronic and non-electronic information
security.Evaluate and consult with clients regarding strategies to
defend against threats such as ransomware, nation-state attacks,
and insider threat when more sophisticated advisory solutions are
not viable (lack of adequate budget, client resources, or priority)
to improve cyber security posture, reinsurance viability, coverage,
etc.Assist with various practice client engagement pursuit
initiatives, including the pre-sales scoping and development of
client proposals for advisory, testing, and threat intelligence
services.Discuss IT network and security architectures as they
relate to handling identities and access privileges, delegated
administration models, workflow and access control models.Formulate
executive level recommendations related to Information Security
strategy.Improve broking team competence by answering technical and
procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching
improved processes; mentoring team members. Skills and experience
that will lead to successRequired Experience:
5+ years of varied IT security
experience to include risk management, security program governance,
vulnerability management, incident response, and infrastructure
support.Recent consulting experience with a mid to large size
consulting firm/practice would be a plus.Previous hands-on
experience with at least 1 of the following:
Identity & Access
ManagementEnterprise or Cloud environment securityVulnerability
ManagementCyber-Incident ResponseUnderstanding and experience with
cyber security insurance coverage against data breach liability;
notification of customers; protection, restoration, and recovery of
critical information, assessing third parties, repairing damaged
systems, and ensuring business continuityProven success in working
in a team as well as independently and exhibit follow-through to
understand root causes of issues.Excellent IT project management
and time management skills. Capable of tracking and completing
numerous parallel activities, work efficiently and independently
with minimal direction.Ability to work effectively in a
multi-service area environment and across all organizational
levels, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are
important.Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and
verbal formats, with senior executive-level leaders in pre-sales
support and relationship management activities.Willingness to
travel. Preferred Experience:
Security certifications (CISSP, GIAC,
and/or CRISC) a plus.Experience working in medium to complex
network environments including having a familiarity with cloud
security concepts, a plus. Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer
science, information technology, or equivalent work experience. A
master's degree in information security/computer science or a
technology-related field preferred or equivalent years of industry
experience. How we support our colleagues Aon offers a
comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular
part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k)
savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock
purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at
Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various
types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid
holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per
year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick
leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term
disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care
reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and
supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal
insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance,
commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes
free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by
the applicable plan documents and policies. In addition to our
comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce.
Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your
wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self
at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing
Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.
We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also
recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work...
and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous
learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow,
helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon,
you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values
an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel
empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal
opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital,
domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People
with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome
applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities
with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application,
interview process and to perform essential job functions once
onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable
accommodations we provide, email For positions in San Francisco and
Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair
Chance ordinances. Nothing in this job description restricts
management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants)
is $140,000 - $200,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based
on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as
well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary
may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
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