Northwest Partners is looking to hire an experienced Cybersecurity Consultant to work on a project with one of our premier clients in the cybersecurity industry. This role will focus on providing expert advice, assessing security frameworks, leading audits, and helping improve the overall security posture of clients. Applicants must be able to work for any US employer without additional work visa sponsorship.
What YOU Will Do
- Advise clients on cybersecurity issues, providing strategic value to enhance their security posture.
- Develop documentation and recommendations for improving security controls.
- Lead audits/assessments including audit plan preparation, documentation reviews, client interviews, and evaluation of security procedures.
- Maintain expertise in various cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST).
- Prepare, review, and approve assessment reports.
- Manage priorities and timelines on projects, ensuring high-quality delivery.
- Escalate project or client issues in a timely manner to engage the appropriate resources.
- Mentor team members in areas of audits, assessments, technical reviews, and documentation.
- Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, fostering strong, positive relationships.
- Identify opportunities for additional services or solutions and escalate them to sales.
- Draft audit programs aligned with regulatory requirements and client complexities.
- Conduct client interviews to evaluate conformity with cybersecurity frameworks.
- Review client-provided documentation, ensuring detailed notes and follow-ups.
- Educate clients on compliance activities and interpret findings effectively.
What YOU Will Bring Us
- Bachelor's degree in IT, business, or equivalent work experience.
- 5-10 years of experience as a consultant in professional IT services.
- One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CCSP, or other relevant certifications.
- Strong knowledge of government compliance, including FedRAMP.
- Expertise with NIST Special Publications (800-30, 800-37, 800-53).
- Proven experience with Certification and Accreditation (C&A) or Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes and obtaining ATO.
- Familiarity with virtualization or cloud technologies.
- Knowledge of security-related regulations across industries (e.g., SOX, GLB, Patriot Act).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits Include
Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Benefits, and more.
About Northwest Partners
Northwest Partners is an equal opportunity employer. At Northwest Partners, we are dedicated to moving at the speed of innovation. We work with clients across the globe to provide exceptional knowledge, talent, and resources. As a trusted partner, we merge the client's vision with our expertise to deliver powerful results. Northwest Partners is known for building and managing elite teams in technology across diverse industries. Our mission is to empower every talent and every client to achieve more.