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Cyber Risk and Compliance Consultant - Remote

Posted 10 weeks ago
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Full Time
USA
$135,000 - $145,000/year

Overview

The role of the Risk and Compliance Consultant provides the expertise required to properly scope and deliver cybersecurity solutions and services to our clients. They work closely with our clients to deliver risk management services that align industry best practices and regulatory requirements. The Risk and Compliance Consultant will identify risks and compliance gaps and collaborate with clients to prioritize and execute cybersecurity initiatives.

In Short

  • Develop custom cybersecurity programs and drive cybersecurity initiatives that support regulatory requirements, risk appetite, budget targets, and desired outcomes.
  • Perform cybersecurity risk assessments to identify and document client risks in accordance with industry best practices and regulatory bodies.
  • Manage risk management plans, milestones, and quarterly objectives to track progress and anticipate potential issues.
  • Collaborate with IT resources and key stakeholders to assess impacts to business processes and communicate risk remediation initiatives.
  • Lead presentations of risk management initiatives among client technical resources and senior management.
  • Deliver vulnerability management, endpoint protection, and network security solutions.
  • Monitor evolving threats and compliance changes and communicate findings to stakeholders.
  • Conduct vendor risk assessments and recommend risk reduction strategies.
  • Write and update cybersecurity policies and procedures aligned with client requirements.
  • Lead cybersecurity training and tabletop exercises.

Requirements

  • 5+ Years experience in cybersecurity and framework alignment.
  • 5+ Years of strong working knowledge of system, application, network, cloud, and data security best practices.
  • One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, GLSC, GSTRT, or equivalent.
  • Proven success managing business risk and executing cybersecurity controls.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, and Vulnerability Management practices.
  • Excellent analytic, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent presentation, writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Comfortable engaging at executive levels to influence and provide strategic insight.
  • Experience and/or strong desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental values.
  • Collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
  • Commitment to client success.
  • Accountability and transparency in operations.

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Ascend Technologies

Ascend Technologies is a forward-thinking cybersecurity firm dedicated to enhancing the cybersecurity maturity of its clients across various industries. The company specializes in providing virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) consulting, and security awareness programs. With a strong emphasis on client success, collaboration, and integrity, Ascend Technologies fosters a culture of innovation and accountability. The organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that these values drive growth and success. Ascend Technologies aims to deliver high-quality, effective cybersecurity solutions while continuously adapting to the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

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