Nick Markland
Cybersecurity Associate at KPMG | ServiceNow CSA | MIT Candidate @ Virginia Tech
- Role
- Associate, Advisory - Cybersecurity and Tech Risk (Grc) at KPMG US
- Location
- Arlington, VA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nick Markland
Nick graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Business Information Technology, concentrating in Cybersecurity Management and Analytics, and is currently pursuing a Master of Information Technology degree at Virginia Tech with a focus on Cybersecurity Management and Healthcare IT. He is an Associate at KPMG in their Cybersecurity & Technology Risk practice, specializing in ServiceNow Integrated Risk Management (IRM) implementations and technology-enabled risk transformation.As a ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA), Nick works hands-on with GRC and IRM platforms to help organizations improve risk visibility, streamline controls, and modernize governance processes. His work centers on translating business and compliance requirements into scalable, automated ServiceNow solutions.Nick supports end-to-end implementations by leading and contributing to requirements and process design workshops, identifying gaps in current processes, defining future-state solutions, and partnering closely with technical teams through build, testing, and UAT. He focuses on making risk and compliance programs more efficient, practical, and easier for teams to operate.Nick is known for his strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution. He brings a structured, product-minded approach to implementations and thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments where clarity, efficiency, and execution matter.
Experience
Associate, Advisory - Cybersecurity and Tech Risk (Grc)
Jul 2022 — Present · Tysons Corner, VA, US
Advise clients on improving GRC and IRM processes- Design, configure, and implement ServiceNow IRM solutions; conduct client workshops and training- Develop mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with industry standards- Maintain detailed documentation and create comprehensive reports for leadership review- Manage and lead multiple offshore resources for seamless collaboration and communication- Lead client conversations, conduct demos, and draft SOWs- Support proposal development, contributing to $5M+ in proposal work- Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of projects- Strengthen client relationships through effective communication- Assist in Advisory support activities and initiatives, contributing to the overall growth and success of the practice
Education
Virginia Tech Master of Information Technology (VT-MIT)
Master of Information Technology, Information Technology
Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Information Technology (Cybersecurity Management and Analytics)
Floyd Kellam High School
High School Diploma
2014 — 2018
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science in Business, Business Information Technology (Cybersecurity Management & Analytics)
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