Principal Security Consultant- Compliance- Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

Position Duties

• Provide direction, guidance, and/or mentorship within area(s) of expertise.
• Contribute to practice and offering development.
• Provide presales support for Compliance opportunities.
• Deliver world-class cyber security assessment and advisory services across multiple Compliance offerings while ensuring customer satisfaction (up to 15% travel to U.S. locations is required). Lead consultant teams on large engagements when applicable.
• Remain current on technical knowledge and industry developments.
• Achieve and maintain relevant cyber security and audit certifications.
• Publish content and/or perform speaking engagements to demonstrate thought leadership.
• Demonstrate GuidePoint’s Core Values at all times:
  • Take Charge and Complete Our Mission
  • Challenge Ourselves and Have Fun Doing It
  • Wow Them
  • No Jerks

Minimum Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or related field.
• Demonstrable experience and expertise in modern technology architectures.
• At least three (3) years of operational experience implementing controls in support of a cyber security standard/framework, such as (but not limited to) the CIS Controls, CMMC/DFARS/NIST SP 800-171, DORA, FedRAMP, HIPAA, HITRUST, ISO 27001, NIS-2 (any country), NIST SP 800-53 (or any derivative), the PCI DSS, SOC 2, and/or StateRAMP.
• At least five (5) years of consulting experience performing cyber security consulting services for clients based on at least one of the standards above.
• At least two (2) industry cyber security certifications, such as (but not limited to) CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC certifications, ISO 27001 certifications, or PCI QSA.
• Strong written communication skills for preparing customer deliverables and communicating in written form with customers and colleagues.
• Strong verbal communications skills, including the ability to clearly articulate, educate on, and discuss general and specific cyber security and compliance topics with customers and colleagues of all technical and knowledge levels and positions, from line staff to top-level executives and directors.
• Experience conducting pre-sales, scoping, and/or deliverable QA efforts.
• Ability to work with, and manage the relationships and expectations, of customers of varying industries, corporate cultures, styles, and expectations.
• Ability to multi-task/time-slice effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Drive and passion to grow and mature both the Compliance practice and individually.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing cyber security policies and processes.
• Understanding and working knowledge of risk assessment frameworks and methodologies.
• Experience with GRC tools focused on compliance management.
• Management experience leading consultant teams/practices.
• Conference speaking experience.

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.  

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks….

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option