Managing Principal, Cybersecurity and AI

Managing Principal, Cybersecurity & AI Location: New York (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent

Lead the future of Cybersecurity and AI in Financial Services

The Role Joining Capco means joining an organization that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you are encouraged to #BeYourselfAtWork. Capco Cybersecurity is a multi-faceted team focused on evaluating, defining, and delivering risk-aware solutions for leading financial services organizations.

We are seeking a Managing Principal in the New York Metro area to help scale our Cybersecurity practice at a pivotal stage of growth. This role blends senior leadership responsibilities—driving business development, leading delivery, and developing teams—with a mandate to shape and lead our Cyber + AI offering. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to build market propositions, develop pipelines, deliver impactful programs, and grow a high-performing team.

What You’ll Do

Define and scale a Cyber AI strategy aligned with market demand and business priorities

Develop offerings including accelerators, playbooks, and reference architectures

Lead complex cybersecurity and AI-enabled security engagements end-to-end

Build and grow client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders

Lead business development activities including pipeline creation, proposals, and deal closure

What We’re Looking For

12+ years’ experience in cybersecurity, information security, or technology risk

Ability to be onsite in New York City 3 days per week

Experience within a management or technology consulting environment

Strong track record delivering complex cybersecurity programs

Experience with AI security, GenAI governance, or AI-enabled security operations

Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences

Bonus Points For

Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO, or FFIEC

Experience across domains such as cloud security, IAM, or resilience

Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, cloud or AI certifications)

Proven experience leading end-to-end pursuits and closing deals

Advanced degree in cybersecurity or related field

Why Join Capco

Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave and dependent care support

Tuition reimbursement and wellness programs

Access to discounts and commuter benefits

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails, and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, as well as AI-scheduling applications to improve interview coordination.

AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.

Inclusion at Capco We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

US Pay Range

$198,000 — $248,000 USD