[Hiring] Senior Risk Advisory Consultant @Echelon Risk + Cyber

Role Description

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Risk Advisory Consultant to support the execution of Risk Advisory client engagements. This includes leading and executing relevant tasks, as well as assisting in developing service deliverables and internal processes that will drive value for the team and clients.

Our next team member will be authentic, articulate, and passionate about Cybersecurity, and will be unafraid to roll up their sleeves and dive deep into the unknowns, using their security expertise to identify opportunities to increase Echelon Risk + Cyber's overall capabilities internally and for our clients.

This is a remote position from anywhere in the USA.

What You Will Do

• Assist in the planning, scoping, execution, and reporting of cybersecurity risk and maturity assessments against frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and CMMC.
• Collaborate with IT management and client leadership to develop roadmaps to enhance client maturity.
• Develop and maintain Cybersecurity policies and procedures while supporting clients.
• Review and assess security and technology controls against cybersecurity best practices and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate with clients to develop Incident Response Plans and Incident Response Playbooks tailored to each client's environment and needs.
• Lead end-to-end tabletop exercise engagements, developing realistic, client-specific scenarios that align with organizational people, processes, and technologies.
• Document results, create client reports, and communicate results to client management and other stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with our clients and other team members to identify information security risks and challenges and provide actionable recommendations and solutions.
• Demonstrate consistency, versatility, and adaptability while managing simultaneous client engagements and priorities.
• Work with the internal team to develop and plan engagement strategies, define objectives, and provide recommendations to address client risks.
• Create client-facing presentations, reports, and analytics.
• Develop long-term roadmaps to assist clients in reaching their desired maturity level.
• Perform business impact analyses and develop Business Continuity Plans and Disaster Recovery Plans.
• Assist leadership in the creation of proposals, budgets, work plans, and other business development efforts.
• Establish exceptional internal and client relationships using strong communication skills.
• Produce thought leadership for the organization's website blog on a regular basis.
• Actively engage in the cybersecurity community by attending or speaking at local or national conferences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in the cybersecurity industry.
• Focus on Governance, Risk, and Compliance planning, development, and management.
• Knowledge of GRC Platforms/Tools to assist with Assessments and Compliance Management.
• Risk management experience, including performing assessments and audits, designing information security controls and processes, and evaluating and prioritizing risk.
• Experience with a variety of information security frameworks and best practices (e.g., CIS, NIST, PCI, CMMC, ISO, GLBA, FFIEC, SOX, SOC, HIPAA, HITRUST, etc.).
• Ability to lead engagements from scoping through delivery, including managing client expectations, timelines, and deliverables.
• Experience with incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning is preferred.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance to clients on tabletop exercise design, incident preparedness, and resilience.
• Project Management experience preferred.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and adapt in a demanding and changing environment.
• Knowledge of Cloud systems, applications, security services/tools (e.g., EDR, MDR, SIEM, Vulnerability Scanning, Email Security, Backup/DR, MDM), Firewalls, Basic Networking, Data Security, IAM/SSO, etc., will be beneficial in an advisory capacity.
• Ability to mentor and provide guidance to junior consultants and contribute to the development of internal methodologies and best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and superior analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience crafting professional messages and adjusting communication style based on audience.
• Preferred experience working with financial services, healthcare, or regulated industries.
• Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant IT or Cybersecurity major.
• Strong background in developing incident response plans, playbooks, and tabletop exercises.
• Certifications recommended: CISSP, CISA, CISM, or similar certification.
• Experience in client-facing roles with an ability to successfully manage multiple projects at once.

Benefits

• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance through Cigna, with the majority of the employee cost covered by the employer.
• Employer funding to HSA accounts and FSA access.
• Access to a 401(k) through Vanguard with a guaranteed employer contribution.
• Flexible vacation policy that allows you to manage your schedule and rest and recharge when you need to.
• 11 holidays with flexibility based on what is important for you and those you love.
• Family-friendly benefits, including weeks off for Maternity leave, weeks off for non-birthing parent leave, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, and access to additional life insurance, hospital coverage, accidental coverage, discounted mental health support, and more.
• Support for individual development through certifications, continued learning, conferences, and more.