Associate Cybersecurity Consultant

Role and Responsibilities

The Associate Cybersecurity Consultant plays a key role in supporting the cybersecurity needs of external clients by assisting in the planning, execution, and delivery of non-technical security assessments, security exercises, and procedural document development. This role services as a trusted advisor to clients in guiding their cybersecurity practices and strategic decision-making and a support role to Senior Consultants in delivering executive-level cybersecurity services.

Essential Functions

Perform consulting deliverables and services for clients, including policy development, assessment execution, cybersecurity training delivery, and assisting Senior Consultants in executive-level cybersecurity engagements.

Work closely with the Cybersecurity Professional Services team to ensure a high level of client satisfaction.

Remain current on information security trends.

Actively participates in Company, management, and Team meetings.

Continuously pursue training and knowledge on Cybersecurity Professional Services offerings to broaden the range of project types that can be independently executed.

Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Familiarity and interest in the field of cybersecurity.

Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS 20, NIST 800-30, NIST 800-53, FISMA, FERPA, CJIS, JIST, PCI DSS, etc.

Ability to speak confidently on cybersecurity domains and lead dialog with senior management as well as technical and operations personnel.

Capability to develop and lead presentations and present confidently in a professional manner consistently.

Excellent research, interviewing and writing skills.

Well organized, detail oriented, and able to meet specific deadlines.

Flexibility with day-travel to regional clients, and infrequent overnight travel.

Positive attitude and strong affinity to teamwork.

Preferred Skills

Bachelor’s degree in technology, information systems, or related field preferred.

Interest in pursuing relevant security certifications: CISM, CRISC, CISA, CISSP