Information Security Consultant

Information Security Consultant

Talent Software Services is in search of a Information Security Consultant for a contract position in Golden Valley, MN. Opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Qualifications:

• Five (5)+ years of Information Security experience is required; including three (3) years of FISMA related experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in an Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or equivalent. Master's Degree in a related field a plus.
• Hold in good standing at least one of the following certifications:
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to balance security needs with mission/business needs.
• Specialized knowledge and experience with the implementation of the NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 family of publications, particularly those associated with the Risk Management Framework.
• Specialized knowledge and experience with evaluating system, network, or infrastructure security controls against requirements such as FISMA, NIST, MARS-E, HIPPA, SSA and IRS standards.
• Knowledge and experience with incident management and vulnerability management.
• Strong understanding of how to manage risk profile for large organizations required to meet federal privacy and security requirements while maintaining a tolerable risk level.
• Strong understanding of security architectures, operating systems, databases, networks, applications, and security tools.
• Knowledge and experience with information security and assurance principles (e.g., Defense-in-depth) and associated supporting technologies and architectures.
• Ability to assess and weigh current and evolving security threats in an operational environment

If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!