Senior Director - Cyber Data Breach

Senior Director, Data Review & Analytics (Breach Response) New York, Washington DC, or Philadelphia ONLY Role Summary A leading advisory firm is looking to appoint a senior leader to head up its data review and analytics capability within breach response operations. This position is responsible for directing large-scale sensitive data review engagements, enhancing analytical methodologies, and ensuring seamless delivery across complex client matters involving data exposure. Core Responsibilities Service Delivery & Leadership - Take ownership of the full lifecycle of sensitive data review and data mining engagements, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, meet quality benchmarks, and align with client expectations. - Oversee key operational stages including data intake, processing, and review workflows, while identifying opportunities to streamline delivery. - Act as a senior escalation point for complex data challenges, advising on tooling, workflows, and review strategies. - Provide oversight across a portfolio of engagements, reporting on delivery progress, risks, and commercial performance. - Lead, develop, and scale a specialist team, fostering capability growth and maintaining high performance standards. Partner & Resource Management - Oversee external delivery partners and review providers, ensuring consistent performance, security compliance, and alignment with internal processes. - Manage resourcing strategies across global teams, balancing offshore and onshore delivery models. - Support commercial activities including scoping, pricing, and responding to client requirements. Process Improvement & Innovation - Drive continuous improvement of data review methodologies, incorporating both automated data mining techniques and manual review processes. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance consistency in outputs and strengthen integration with wider breach response services. - Champion the use of emerging technologies, including AI-driven tools, to improve efficiency and accuracy within review workflows. Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with cross-functional teams involved in incident response and client communications to ensure a coordinated approach. - Maintain strong relationships with clients and legal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication throughout engagements. Candidate Profile - Extensive experience in data review, eDiscovery, or breach response environments. - Demonstrated ability to manage third-party vendors and distributed teams. - Strong technical understanding of handling large and complex datasets. - Knowledge of global data protection and privacy regulations. - Experience working with industry-standard review platforms and cloud-based infrastructures. - Confident communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholders. - Proven leadership background within operational or delivery-focused teams.