Security Consultant

EXCELHIRE

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title: Security Consultant
Location: [USA,Texas,Dallas]
 


Job Summary:

We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Security Consultant to assess, design, and implement effective security measures for our organization and/or clients. The ideal candidate will have expertise in identifying vulnerabilities, conducting risk assessments, and recommending best practices to protect critical assets against threats—digital, physical, or both.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Security Assessment & Audits

    • Conduct comprehensive security assessments, including penetration tests, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses.

    • Evaluate existing security policies, procedures, and systems to identify areas for improvement.

  • Security Design & Implementation

    • Design and implement security architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), SIEM, endpoint protection, and physical security controls.

    • Collaborate with IT/network teams to integrate security solutions into infrastructure.

  • Compliance & Governance

    • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).

    • Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and incident response plans.

  • Threat Intelligence & Incident Response

    • Monitor and analyze security threats, trends, and intelligence.

    • Assist with or lead incident response, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.

  • Client/Stakeholder Engagement

    • Communicate risks and solutions clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    • Deliver security awareness training and workshops as needed.

  • Documentation & Reporting

    • Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, and executive summaries.

    • Maintain clear records of assessments, findings, and remediation steps.


Qualifications:

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.

  • Certifications (Preferred):

    • CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, CompTIA Security+, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.

  • Experience:

    • 3–7 years in information security, cybersecurity consulting, or related field.

    • Hands-on experience with tools such as Metasploit, Nessus, Wireshark, Splunk, or equivalent.


Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

  • Up-to-date knowledge of cybersecurity threats, mitigation strategies, and industry trends.


Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract / Remote / On-Site

Compensation: [Insert Salary Range]

Travel Requirements: [If applicable – e.g., 10–25% travel for client engagements]

About the Company

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