Managing /Senior Director – Cybersecurity Transformation & AI Security

Irvine, CA March 27, 2026 Full Time

Managing Director / Senior Director – Cybersecurity Transformation & AI Security

at Tevora

Irvine, CA, or Fairfax, VA

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Tevora is a tight-knit community of professionals with a shared passion for our craft. Every day, we combine in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity, technology, and compliance to help create more secure digital environments. To Tevorans, every problem is a puzzle in need of solving. We strongly believe that if we put smart, driven people in a room together, they will accomplish great things. We maintain a supportive culture that celebrates continuous learning, diverse perspectives, and sharing the wins. That's why we have our eyes on you.

What's the role?

As organizations adopt AI technologies and next-generation security platforms, many are rethinking how their cybersecurity programs operate. Tevora is expanding its advisory capabilities to help enterprises modernize their security programs through automation, AI-enabled capabilities, and modern operating models.

We are seeking a senior consulting leader to help grow our Cybersecurity Transformation practice, working with large enterprise organizations on multi-year security transformation initiatives.

The Managing Director of Cybersecurity Transformation works directly with CISOs and executive leadership to design and lead enterprise cybersecurity transformation programs.

This role focuses on helping organizations modernize their security capabilities through:

cybersecurity operating model transformation
AI-enabled security automation
SOC modernization and next-generation security operations
enterprise cybersecurity roadmaps
AI governance and risk management

The ideal candidate has experience at a top consulting firm and a track record of selling and delivering large transformation engagements.

EEOC Statement

Tevora is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

A day in the life could include:

Cybersecurity Transformation

Lead enterprise cybersecurity transformation initiatives
Design target-state security operating models
Develop multi-year cybersecurity roadmaps aligned with business strategy

AI & Security Automation

Advise organizations on leveraging AI and automation within security programs
Define strategies for AI-assisted security operations and automated response

Security Operations Modernization

Guide organizations in modernizing detection and response capabilities
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and platform consolidation

Client Leadership

Build trusted relationships with CISOs and executive stakeholders
Lead proposals and shape complex consulting engagements

Practice Leadership

Lead consulting teams delivering transformation programs
Contribute to the growth of Tevora’s cybersecurity advisory capabilities

Necessary skills and qualifications:

12+ years of cybersecurity consulting or enterprise security leadership experience

Background at a top consulting firm (Big Four, Accenture, or similar)

Proven ability to sell, develop, and deliver enterprise cybersecurity transformation programs, including roadmaps and operating models.

Familiarity with security automation, SOC modernization, and emerging AI security risks

Executive presence and experience working with C-suite stakeholders

Additional requirements:

Eligibility to work in the United States.

We've got you covered!

Comprehensive benefits offering

Group Medical, Dental, and Vision, Life insurance, and FSA options

Paid time off and holidays

401K with Company discretionary match

Vibrant work culture