Strategy Consultant

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We are seeking an experienced Security Strategy Consultant to support the ongoing development and refinement of our client’s security strategy. The end client is a leading international insurance company. You will work closely with stakeholders across Security, Architecture, IT, and business units to assess current progress, review priorities, and shape a robust, forward-looking security strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct interviews with a broad range of stakeholders across Security, Architecture, IT, and business units to gather insights and perspectives.
• Assess progress against the current security strategy, identifying gaps, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Review and prioritize existing and emerging requirements. Identify obsolete elements that can be retired.
• Draft the initial version of a revised security strategy, incorporating stakeholder input and business objectives.
• Present the draft strategy to the steering group, gather feedback, and revise the document accordingly.
• Present the updated strategy to the original stakeholder group, facilitating feedback and discussion.
• Redraft the strategy as needed, ensuring alignment with business and technical goals.
• Test the near-final version with the steering group, make final adjustments, and produce the final strategy documentation.

Required Capabilities & Skills:

Security Expertise:

• Ability to engage in detailed discussions on security topics, ranging from technical specifics to business impact.

Translation Skills:

• Proven ability to translate business requirements into actionable security programs (e.g., identity management solutions).

Communication & Documentation:

• Strong experience producing clear, professional documentation and presentations (PowerPoint).
• Experience with version control and document management best practices.

Stakeholder Management:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Analytical Thinking:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide actionable recommendations.
• Previous consulting experience in the insurance or financial services sector.
• Experience working in large, international organizations.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the insurance industry.

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