Practice Leader - Data Governance, Privacy and Protection | Remote, USA

This position will be fully remote and can be hired anywhere in the continental U.S.
We're looking for an exceptional strategic leader with a strong ownership mindset to consistently and proactively seek ways to drive the business and operationalize new ideas and insights. Our candidate must also be a strong team leader; able to attract, develop and retain talent. The Leader will engage at all levels of the enterprise and, specifically, will be a key thought partner and work closely with the Executive Leadership Team, as well as Finance, Corporate Strategy, Sales and Services. 

How you'll make an impact

• Provide leadership to direct reports and service line team, including the direct supervision, development of and accountability for the performance of the staff.
• Oversee and/or manage all talent employment activity effectively and professionally including hiring, promoting, job performance, evaluations, compensation, teammate relations, disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Development and execution of strategic operating plans and goals for assigned Optiv Services Line; including:
• Tracking metrics and success criteria, including ROI for all activities.
• Analyzing current Service Line trends impacting all sales and service delivery.
• Review, analyze and address gaps in service excellence, policies and/or procedures proactively; identify issues and implement solutions.
• Lead the creation and implementation of talent development processes and succession planning, including mentoring, coaching and modeling appropriate leadership behaviors.
• Manage financial and revenue growth, operations and labor management, contract management and client outcomes within the Service Line.
• Fulfill broad reaching, strategic responsibility for the development and implementation of proactive programs, operational improvements, communications and other Service Lines-specific general management responsibilities related to all modalities (service sales, client service engagement leadership and Service Line market growth) within the assigned Service Line. This includes leading the creation and implementation, as needed, of Optiv operating strategies and engagement models within all modalities based on the identification of Best Demonstrated Practices.

What we're looking for

• Strong alignment with our Mission and Values.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred; MBA strongly preferred.
• Deep prior experience in management consulting, professional services leadership, technology sales, and technology implementation.
• Minimum of 15 years’ progressive management experience required.
• Strong leadership acumen; successful team management and development.
• Demonstrated track record of successful fiscal and operating leadership; demonstrated financial expertise.
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency in MS Excel required; intermediate skills and proficiency in MS Work, Outlook and PowerPoint required

If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and moves the industry forward, find your place at Optiv! As a market-leading provider of cyber security solutions, Optiv has the most comprehensive ecosystem of security products and partners to deliver unparalleled services. Our rich and successful history with our clients is based on trust, serving more than 12,000 clients of varying sizes and industries, including commercial, government, and education. We have the proven expertise to plan, build, and run successful security programs across Risk Management, Cyber Digital Transformation, Threat Management, Security Operations - Managed Services, and Identity and Data Management.
What you can expect from Optiv• A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Affinity groups including, Black Employee Network, Disabled Employee Network, Latino Employee Network, Optiv Pride (LGBTQIA+), Veterans Support Network, and Women's Network.• Work/life balance. • Professional training resources• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects• Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.• The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Optiv respects your privacy.  By providing your information through this page or applying for a job at Optiv, you acknowledge that Optiv will collect, use, and process your information, which may include personal information a