From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting services to help our Federal, State and local clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans, and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.
The opportunity
Ernst & Young (EY) US Government and Public Sector (GPS) practice is a robust and emerging practice with tremendous potential for growth - and we are prepared to tap into that potential. Our US GPS practice combines an understanding of the public sector’s diverse needs, focused on delivering improved public services, with private sector leading practices. We are seeing tremendous growth within the GPS team and there is a great need for rising leaders. Unprecedented challenges require us to be connected, responsive and insightful. Are you ready to join our team and help build a better working world?
Your key responsibilities
We’ll look to you to interact directly with the customer, stakeholders, and subject matter resources to coordinate, validate and support one or more areas of the Privacy and Policy team. The team’s responsibilities include protecting the nation's transportation systems to keep our loved ones safe and the goods and commerce we rely on moving about the country safely. This position is located with our client in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area.
In return, you can expect to learn leading management consulting practices and be exposed to a wide variety of business issues within the agency you will be supporting. We’re also looking for you to act as a role model for EY’s core values and maintain and expand client relationships through the delivery of high-quality work.
Additionally, you will be responsible for providing dedicated support to the client by performing the following activities:
Perform in-depth analysis of program policies and rulemaking. Contribute to the development and maintenance of Operational Models and dashboards. Participate in conversations and assess accessibility policies and procedures and make recommendations on policies to make checkpoints accessible for all travelers. Draft and edit privacy compliance documents such as Privacy Threshold Analyses (PTA) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA), and review System of Records Notices (SORN) for compliance coverage. Draft and review policy documents such as Directives, Instructions, Manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Memoranda of Understanding/Agreement (MOU/MOA), rules and regulations, legislation, and program-specific guidance materials for the client. Draft and review required Privacy Notices such as Privacy Act Statements (PAS), posted signage, electronic signage, as well as the privacy-related language in communications materials such as federal correspondence, handouts, websites, and Public Affairs Guidance. Conduct periodic reviews of relevant legislation and policy changes, processes, and procedures to ensure that they adhere to procedures and identify any impacts to implementation. Engage privacy and policy representatives as appropriate regarding policies, processes and procedures that may impact the U.S. Government and the traveling public. Conduct research and analysis within the privacy and policy portfolio in response to inquiries from client leadership. Provide executive summaries of interdivisional and external meetings when requested.
Skills and attributes for Success
Skills in collaborating with decision makers and their immediate staff. Skills in interacting with other specialists and experts in the same or related fields. Ability to exercise judgment in all phases of analysis. Includes sorting out key concerns and issues when dealing with large amounts of information to ensure that all aspects of the policy issue are explored. Ability to analyze evidence and develop feasible options or alternative proposals and anticipate policy consequences. Adept at evaluation policies, assessing for implications and preparing briefings and assessments to convey to executive leadership. Experience with REAL ID policies and rulemaking. Strong verbal communications skills with the capability to explain, justify, and discuss a variety of highly complex privacy/policy issues and present the appropriate facts and analysis using language that is appropriate to both specialists and/or nonspecialists. Excellent written communications skills with the ability to organize ideas and present findings in a logical manner with supporting and adverse criteria for specific issues. Ability to work in a high-demand, fast-paced environment. Well-organized with a track-record of producing high-quality deliverables on time. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
To qualify for the role, you must have
US Citizenship Bachelor’s Degree 7+ years of experience
Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Active DHS Public Trust Privacy Certification such as CIPP/US, CIPP/G, CIPM, and/or CIPT preferred
What we look for
We’re interested in highly motivated, talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside of the box and continue to learn. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market. If you’re serious about consulting and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.
What we offer We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $96,300 to $176,500. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $115,500 to $200,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today. For those living in California, please click here for additional information. EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com