Director, Risk Management Advisory - Government
KPMG Deutschland
Bentonville, AR, USA
USD 150k-273k / year
Posted on Jan 10, 2026
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KPMG is currently seeking a Director to join our Risk Management, Advisory - Government team.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee engagement acceptance approval within defined risk parameters with a focus on technology engagements, including comprehensive engagement risk assessments, scope/contract/proposal reviews, and strategic guidance on the approval process for proposed engagements; consult with the business to provide risk guidance and make strategic risk-based decisions on novel or higher complexity technology engagements
- Collaborate with engagement teams on scoping considerations, contracting, pricing, and procurement requirements for government technology work at a strategic level; deepen expertise in government contracting regulations, processes, and risk areas
- Act as a trusted advisor for consulting teams, offering strategic advice on navigating delivery issues on in-flight government technology engagements; lead the synthesis and incorporation of lessons learned into future risk assessments and into policy and operational changes where applicable; work with business stakeholders, direct the assessment of and collaborate on mitigations for significant risks in government business operations and initiatives, especially with regard to technology offerings
- Foster and maintain strategic relationships with leadership of key government technology offerings; participate in designated practice and account meetings to provide strategic risk input on key opportunities and initiatives; monitor pipeline and provide strategic insights and early warnings on potential risks at an organizational level; coordinate with EGCO on pending opportunities facilitate early identification and mitigation of risks and to align with broader business strategies
- Lead the execution and strategic direction of risk management initiatives, including training, policy updates, and risk assessments at a firm-wide level
- Drive risk system and process updates, strategic reporting, and process improvements in coordination with relevant stakeholders
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
- Minimum ten years of recent experience in engagement delivery or risk management experience in professional services or government consulting at a leadership level, with experience in delivering system implementations or other technology-related engagements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in interacting with senior engagement teams and firm leadership
- Familiarity with government contracting, federal state and local procurement processes, contracts management, engagement acceptance, and others
- Proven ability in strategic analytical thinking, executive communication, and complex problem-solving
- Proficiency with firm'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 LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
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California Salary Range: $150000 - $273000
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