Security Consultant

Security ConsultantAustin, TX (Onsite)Fulltime The pay range for this role is $85,000 - $90,000* per annumCyber Security assessment Analyst conducts and supports the cyber security controls risk assessment and management process across all our suppliers. Responsibilities include assessing our suppliers’ current adequacy of the security controls & strategy, business continuity /disaster recovery plans, threats to the systems, and then calculating the impact of potential adverse events. Audits and assessments must be continual, as the threat profiles change constantly. The Analyst will keep executive management up to date on the results of the risk assessment and make recommendations for mitigations, or projects, to protect supplier and customer systems.Roles and Responsibilities:Demonstrate strong knowledge in IT controls, risk assessments, and assessment of security measuresIdentify opportunities to continuously innovate and improve the program and value delivered to organizationEnsure successful completion of the annual supplier cyber security assessmentsIndependently and proactively plans and performs assigned audit engagements related to security, confidentiality, integrity, information protection and availability of dataConduct cyber security assessments & evaluate in alignment to the supplier security control frameworkEnsure effectiveness of approved controls and drive risk remediations or changes from previous audit for existing certified suppliersInform and advise business leaders on supplier’s information security risksProvide subject matter expertise in third-party risk management.Proactively research and work in enhancing improvements to our existing process related to documentation and security assessments.Automate security assessment processes & tools to review the security controls for cloud-based applicationsAbility to multi-task and manage multiple global projects at the same time.Ability to work collaboratively across diverse team in a matrix type organizationEducation and Requirements Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Science & Engineering or technical discipline is required.7 years of information security & assessment experience with increased responsibilitiesIn-depth knowledge of security assessment/audit principlesUnderstanding of networking principles and data protectionAbility to identify problems, analyze data and present conclusionsStrong verbal, written and presentations skillsKnowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 /NIST CSF is preferredExperience in supply chain cyber assessment and related tools usage is preferredCISA, CISM, certifications are preferredExcellent communication skills.Able to work as part of a virtual global team with cultural, language, and time zone differences.