Security Consultant - Coalfire

About Coalfire:

Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients’ hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices across the U.S. and U.K., we support clients globally.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Position Summary:

The Security Consultant will assess the security and compliance of client firms against regulatory, industry, and best practice frameworks. This role requires a strong understanding of framework requirements, performing audits/assessments, and developing client reports. You will work closely with Project Managers, Senior Managers, Directors, and other Delivery team members to effectively manage project timelines and deliverables.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide valuable advice to customers on issues affecting the scope of work.
• Develop documentation and author recommendations to improve customer security posture in accordance with appropriate controls.
• Lead audits/assessments, including audit plan preparation, review of documentation and evidence, evaluation of procedures, and client interviews.
• Maintain deep knowledge in one or more cybersecurity frameworks.
• Prepare, review, and approve assessment reports.
• Manage priorities, tasks, and hours on projects in conjunction with the project manager to achieve delivery utilization targets.
• Ensure quality products and services are delivered on time.
• Escalate client and project issues to management in a timely manner.
• Provide mentorship to team members in audit, assessment, technical review, and writing.
• Interface with clients at all levels throughout engagements.
• Establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain industry-specific certifications; maintain strong depth of knowledge in the practice area.
• Collaborate with project managers, quality management, sales, and other delivery team members to drive customer satisfaction and meet project deliverables.
• Establish account relationships and identify upsell/cross-sell opportunities, escalating them to sales.
• Draft audit programs that address regulatory objectives and client environment complexities.
• Lead interview and inquiry walkthroughs with clients to determine environment conformity against stated requirements.
• Assess security vulnerabilities against appropriate security frameworks.
• Pursue and corroborate conclusions derived from inquiry procedures with clients, ensuring diligent interview notes are captured.
• Conduct offline and remote evidence inspection of client-provided documentation; mark artifacts requiring follow-up or clarification.
• Educate and interpret compliance activities for clients.
• Apply quality standards and adhere to a minimum benchmark for quality assurance throughout the documentation of each work product or deliverable.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (four-year college or university) in IT or business, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Five to ten (5-10) years of experience as a consultant within professional IT services.
• Deep experience with government compliance, including FISMA, FedRAMP, and DoD RMF.
• Strong knowledge of NIST Special Publications 800-30, 800-37, 800-53.
• Experience with all steps in the delivery of Certification and Accreditation (C&A) / Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages that have obtained and maintained full authorization to operate (ATO).
• Experience with virtualization or cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with statutes and regulations across multiple industries relevant to IT (e.g., SOX 404, HIPAA, FedRAMP, GLB, Patriot Act).
• Knowledge of information security-related solutions, tools, and utilities.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.
• Must have an active CISSP and one of the following certifications:
• Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Security Operations (CCNA Cyber Ops)
• Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information System Security Professional or Associate (CISSP or Associate)
• Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO)
• CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Continuing Education (CASP+) CE
• CompTIA Cloud+ (Cloud+)
• Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
• Securing Cisco® Networks with Threat Detection Analysis (SCYBER)
• BCR Cyber Technical Proficiency Testing Activity

Bonus Points:

• Hold Cloud Security focused certifications (AWS, Azure, CCSK, etc.).

Location:

Remote work environment

Travel:

20%

Salary:

$86,000 - $148,000 a year

(The salary range listed is a reasonable estimate. The actual salary offer will be based on job-related factors such as education, location, training, licensure, certifications, and other factors. Eligibility for annual incentive, commission, and/or recognition programs may apply.)

Why You’ll Want to Join Us:

At Coalfire, you’ll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. We offer a flexible work model, prioritizing connection and wellbeing. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in events, and enjoy competitive benefits like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health support, and comprehensive insurance options.

Coalfire is committed to equal opportunity and pay equity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Contact [email protected] for accommodation requests.

Note: We may use AI tools to assist in the hiring process, but final decisions are made by humans.