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KPMG · 1 day ago

Director, Risk Management Advisory - Government

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $273K/yr

10+ years exp

KPMG is a leading provider of audit, tax, and advisory services, known for its commitment to individual development and community support. The Director of Risk Management Advisory - Government will lead engagement acceptance and risk assessments for technology engagements, collaborate with teams on government contracting, and provide strategic risk guidance.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee engagement acceptance approval within defined risk parameters with a focus on technology engagements, including comprehensive engagement risk assessments, scope/contract/proposal reviews, and strategic guidance on the approval process for proposed engagements; consult with the business to provide risk guidance and make strategic risk-based decisions on novel or higher complexity technology engagements

Collaborate with engagement teams on scoping considerations, contracting, pricing, and procurement requirements for government technology work at a strategic level; deepen expertise in government contracting regulations, processes, and risk areas

Act as a trusted advisor for consulting teams, offering strategic advice on navigating delivery issues on in-flight government technology engagements; lead the synthesis and incorporation of lessons learned into future risk assessments and into policy and operational changes where applicable; work with business stakeholders, direct the assessment of and collaborate on mitigations for significant risks in government business operations and initiatives, especially with regard to technology offerings

Foster and maintain strategic relationships with leadership of key government technology offerings; participate in designated practice and account meetings to provide strategic risk input on key opportunities and initiatives; monitor pipeline and provide strategic insights and early warnings on potential risks at an organizational level; coordinate with EGCO on pending opportunities facilitate early identification and mitigation of risks and to align with broader business strategies

Lead the execution and strategic direction of risk management initiatives, including training, policy updates, and risk assessments at a firm-wide level

Drive risk system and process updates, strategic reporting, and process improvements in coordination with relevant stakeholders

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualification

Risk management experienceGovernment contracting expertiseStrategic analytical thinkingEngagement delivery experienceExecutive communicationComplex problem-solvingLeadership interactionFirm's risk management methodologiesTrainingPolicy updates

Required

Minimum ten years of recent experience in engagement delivery or risk management experience in professional services or government consulting at a leadership level, with experience in delivering system implementations or other technology-related engagements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred

Demonstrated expertise in interacting with senior engagement teams and firm leadership

Familiarity with government contracting, federal state and local procurement processes, contracts management, engagement acceptance, and others

Proven ability in strategic analytical thinking, executive communication, and complex problem-solving

Proficiency with firm's strategic risk management methodologies and systems

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)