Director, Risk Management Advisory - Government

Director, Risk Management Advisory - Government

Join us as a Director in our Risk Management Advisory – Government team at KPMG US. We are looking for a seasoned leader to drive risk strategy and execution for technology engagements in the public sector.

• Lead engagement acceptance with a focus on technology risk, reviewing scope, contracts, and proposals and advising on risk‑based decisions.
• Collaborate with engagement teams on scoping, contracting, pricing, and procurement for government technology work and deepen expertise in government contracting regulations and risk areas.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to consulting teams on delivery issues, synthesize lessons learned, and integrate risk mitigations into policy and operational changes.
• Maintain strategic relationships with leadership of key government technology offerings, provide strategic risk input on opportunities, monitor pipeline, and coordinate with EGCO on risk mitigation.
• Direct execution and strategic direction of firm‑wide risk management initiatives, including training, policy updates, and risk assessments.
• Drive risk system and process updates, strategic reporting, and process improvements in coordination with relevant stakeholders.

• Minimum ten years of recent experience in engagement delivery or risk management at a leadership level, with a record of delivering system implementations or other technology‑related engagements.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required; master’s degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in interacting with senior engagement teams and firm leadership.
• Familiarity with government contracting, federal, state, and local procurement processes, contract management, and engagement acceptance.
• Proven ability in strategic analytical thinking, executive communication, and complex problem‑solving.
• Proficiency with KPMG’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 will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.