Jacob McGee

About Jacob McGee

Follower of Jesus Christ. Father. I am a seasoned and results-driven professional with extensive experience managing global resources to streamline cybersecurity operations across diverse regions, including Canada, Mexico, India, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the USA. My career has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence demonstrated through my proven ability to drive operational efficiencies, generate significant leads, and deliver top-quality cybersecurity solutions per defined specifications, deadlines, and quality constraints.My in-depth industry knowledge has allowed me to direct end-to-end project management and oversee financials, resource allocation, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, and client success. Recognized for my forward-thinking approach, I have been a driving force in strengthening client relationships, driving renewal business through face-to-face interactions, and guiding stakeholders in achieving large-scale business objectives.As a visionary leader, I excel in building and heading high-performing teams domestically and internationally and collaborating cross-functionally to attain set targets. My track record reflects my robust expertise in process improvements, cyber security engagement leadership, and business development.A few of my career highlights include:• Pioneered the establishment of a Utilization Tracking Process, a customized spreadsheet enabling accurate project capacity assessment, resulting in streamlined resource allocation and 50% improved project delivery timelines.• Implemented a comprehensive delivery model for an international cybersecurity engagement involving 15 countries, resolving previous delivery issues and ensuring efficient project execution.• Steered ideal execution of hundreds of projects annually per defined timelines, quality standards, and client specifications while managing 20-30 engagements, leading to enhanced client satisfaction.“Success in management requires learning as fast as the world is changing.” - Warren Bennis See my extensive list of recommendations at the bottom of my profile for proof of my hard work for clients & colleagues.

Experience

1. Security Assessment Manager

   KPMG US

   Oct 2024 — Present · US

   As a Security Assessment Manager for KPMG International, I lead the coordination and delivery of global security assessments across multiple regions and business units. This role allows me to leverage my expertise in project and program management, communication, and operational optimization to deliver high-impact results in a fast-paced, complex environment.Key Responsibilities- Serve as the first point of contact for intake, guiding internal customers through the security review lifecycle- Lead end-to-end orchestration of deliverables, ensuring timelines, scopes, and expectations are met across all stakeholders- Develop and maintain global project plans that balance scale, complexity, and the needs of international stakeholders- Manage scheduling, task assignment, communication flow, and escalation resolution across global teams- Partner with internal KPMG security and vendor teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery- Maintain communication with internal audit and compliance stakeholders to ensure risk awareness and leadership acceptance- Issue and publish final assessment deliverables with consistency, precision, and professionalismKey Achievements- Reduced average assessment delivery timelines from 67 days to 23 days through process optimization and communication improvements- Helped standardize intake, tracking, and delivery workflows across a global portfolio- Successfully managed hundreds of international application assessments with a focus on collaboration and clarity- Fostered alignment between client needs, vendor capabilities, and regulatory timelines

Education

• University of North Carolina at Charlotte

  Bachelor's Degree, Environmental Science

  2011 — 2015

Skills

• Process Improvement
• Management
• Team Building
• Research
• Business Development
• Water Quality
• Time Management
• Earth Science
• Soil Science
• Social Networking
• Analysis
• Geographic Information Systems (Gis)
• Public Speaking
• Environmental Compliance
• Operations Management
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Geology
• Leadership
• Training
• New Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Environmental Awareness
• Customer Service
• Geological Mapping
• Data Analysis
• Gis
• Coaching
• Teamwork
• Project Management
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Social Media
• Water
• Interviews
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Program Management