Cybersecurity Consultant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Consultant to join our innovative team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding our organization's IT infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and implementing robust security measures. Your expertise will drive proactive threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response strategies, empowering us to maintain a resilient and secure digital environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about protecting critical information assets, this opportunity is perfect for you! Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies aligned with NIST standards, ISO 27000 series, and other relevant frameworks to enhance organizational security posture.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and research to identify potential threats within IT infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, SAN, and cloud environments.
• Manage and optimize security tools such as SIEM systems, IDS/IPS solutions, firewalls (Cisco ASA), VPNs, and network monitoring software like SolarWinds or PRTG.
• Perform system hardening and system security plans across diverse operating systems including Windows, Linux (Debian, CentOS), macOS, and UNIX variants like Solaris or BSD.
• Lead incident detection, response, recovery efforts, and threat intelligence analysis to mitigate risks swiftly and effectively.
• Configure and maintain network security components such as routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), IPsec VPNs, load balancers, and network architecture to ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform; utilize tools such as Terraform or Ansible for cloud infrastructure management. Qualifications
• Proven experience in computer networking concepts including LAN/WAN design, TCP/IP protocols, routing protocols (EIGRP), DHCP/DNS management.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles such as encryption (SSL/TLS), PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), SSO (Single Sign-On), RBAC (Role-Based Access Control), and identity & access management.
• Hands-on knowledge of security frameworks including NIST standards, ISO 27000 series (ISO <LOCATION>), FISMA, FedRAMP, DIACAP; familiarity with IT governance models like COBIT or ITIL is a plus.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM platforms (Splunk), log analysis software (Fiddler), vulnerability assessment tools, and incident management systems.
• Experience with system administration across multiple operating systems including Windows Server environments and Linux distributions such as Ubuntu or openSUSE; scripting skills in Bash or PowerShell are advantageous.
• Familiarity with cloud architecture principles for PaaS/IaaS solutions; practical knowledge of VMware vSphere or Citrix virtualization environments is desirable.
• Strong analytical skills in threat detection & response combined with excellent communication abilities to articulate complex security concepts clearly. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation in cybersecurity! We foster an energetic environment where your expertise will make a tangible impact on our digital safety while offering opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative setting.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour

Experience:

• Rapid7: 8 years (Required)
• Application Analysis: 8 years (Required)
• Disaster recovery: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person