Governance, Risk and Compliance | CyberSecurity Consultant
Remote, United States
Avertium
Avertium is a cyber fusion company with a programmatic approach to measurable cyber maturity outcomes.
Avertium is looking for a CyberSecurity Consultant that will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of cybersecurity services and solutions to clients. As a consultant, you will work closely with senior consultants and project teams to assess security risks, develop security strategies, implement controls, and provide guidance on improving clients' cybersecurity posture. This role requires a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
Responsibilities:
- Security assessments: Assist in conducting comprehensive cybersecurity assessments for clients, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk assessments. Identify security gaps, evaluate risks, and provide recommendations for remediation.
- Security strategy development: Collaborate with project teams to develop and implement cybersecurity strategies that align with clients' business goals and risk tolerance. Assist in defining security frameworks, policies, and roadmaps.
- Security controls implementation: Assist in the implementation of security controls and technologies based on industry best practices and regulatory requirements. This may include configuring firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption mechanisms.
- Compliance support: Assist clients in achieving and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS. Collaborate with project teams to develop compliance frameworks, conduct gap assessments, and provide recommendations for remediation.
- Security documentation and reporting: Assist in documenting security procedures, processes, and findings. Contribute to the preparation of security assessment reports, project updates, and client presentations.
- Research and knowledge sharing: Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies. Conduct research on emerging security risks and contribute to internal knowledge sharing initiatives.
- Client relationship management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients. Provide timely and effective communication, manage client expectations, and ensure client satisfaction throughout the engagement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT audit, or a related role.
- Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS.
- Knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems, and cloud platforms.
- Experience with security assessment tools and techniques.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Relevant certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or CISA (preferred).
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* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
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Tags: Audits CISA CISM CISSP Cloud Compliance Computer Science Encryption Firewalls GDPR Governance HIPAA Intrusion detection ISO 27001 NIST Pentesting Risk assessment Security assessment Security Assessment Report Security strategy Strategy
Regions:
Remote/Anywhere
North America
Country:
United States
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