Full-Time
Cybersecurity Consultant
Posted on 10/31/2025
Avertium
51-200 employees
Programmatic cybersecurity managed services and consulting
No salary listed
Remote in USA
Remote
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- Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT audit, or a related role, with progressively increasing responsibilities.
- In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
- Proficiency in network and system security concepts, including secure architecture design and/or secure coding practices.
- Project management skills, with the ability to lead and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to apply industry standards and best practices (such as CIS, NIST, PCI, HIPAA, etc) in the areas of IT, Network, Cloud, and Enterprise Architecture.
- Experience with emphasis in information security (INFOSEC), Cybersecurity, Data Security, Network Security, or other related areas.
- Subject matter expertise in one or multiple cloud platforms and solutions is required.
- Skills and experience in one or more of the following categories: Cloud Architecture and Engineering; Microsoft Azure; Microsoft 365; Amazon Web Services; Google Cloud Platform; Microsoft Cloud Platform; Microsoft Defender XDR; Microsoft Defender for Cloud; Microsoft Sentinel; Microsoft Security Center; Microsoft Purview; Microsoft Priva; Microsoft Intune; Microsoft Entra; Microsoft SharePoint; Security Oriented Solution Management/Integration; Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB); Identity & Access Management (IAM); Privileged Access Management (PAM); Privileged Identity Management (PIM); Security Information and Event Management (SIEM); Web Application Firewalls (WAF); Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR); DevOps, Integration & Automation; Coding/Scripting (Multiple platforms); DevSecOps / SecDevOps; Infrastructure as Code (IaC); CloudFormation; ARM Templates; Jenkins; GitHub; REST/SOAP APIs; Data Management/Analysis; Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana (ELK Stack); NoSQL; SQL; Data Warehouse; Data Lake.
- Security strategy development: Collaborate with clients to develop and implement effective cybersecurity strategies. Define security frameworks, policies, and roadmaps aligned with clients' business objectives, risk appetite, and industry best practices.
- Security controls implementation: Design and implement advanced security controls and technologies based on industry standards and regulatory requirements. This may involve configuring and integrating various security tools, such as SIEM, DLP, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.
- Security architecture design: Provide expertise in designing secure systems, networks, and cloud environments. Develop security architectures that align with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and clients' specific needs. Assess and recommend security controls for new technology implementations.
- Project management: Lead and manage complex cybersecurity projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Client relationship management: Develop and maintain strong client relationships. Act as a trusted advisor, provide timely and effective communication, and address client concerns or escalations.
- Research and thought leadership: Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and technologies. Conduct research and contribute to thought leadership initiatives, such as whitepapers, industry presentations, and internal training sessions.
Avertium provides managed security services and consulting to mid-to-enterprise organizations, helping improve cyber maturity through network monitoring, risk management, and attack surface management. It uses a subscription-based programmatic model that combines ongoing security operations with advisory support, offering continuous monitoring, risk assessments, and guided security improvements with measurable outcomes. Its differentiator is a practical, relationship-driven, small-town culture paired with trusted leadership and high-quality resources that balance risk reduction with business continuity. Its goal is to help clients achieve measurable improvements in their security posture and resilience while keeping operations smooth.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
Founded
2019
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Mid-market and enterprise demand for managed security services continues accelerating post-2025.
- Microsoft Sentinel and Defender integration positions Avertium for cloud-native security growth.
- Virtual CISO and business continuity services expand TAM beyond traditional MXDR offerings.
What critics are saying
- CEO transition from Bill Carroll to Vicente Velez in November 2025 signals leadership instability.
- Fusion MXDR launched June 2022 lags CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks' AI capabilities.
- 51-200 employees and $67.8M revenue limit R&D against Secureworks and enterprise competitors.
What makes Avertium unique
- Elite Microsoft partnership and 'Assess, Design, Protect' methodology deliver measurable security outcomes.
- Cyber Fusion Centers combine AI-driven detection with 24/7 human expertise for rapid response.
- Comprehensive compliance alignment with SOC2, ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS frameworks.
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Benefits
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -5%1 year growth
↓ -4%2 year growth
↓ -3%Avertium recognized as a Microsoft Security Excellence Awards finalist for Security Trailblazer. Security Trailblazer MISA Excellence Awards 2026 Finalist, Avertium KNOXVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / - Avertium today announced it is a Security Trailblazer award finalist in the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards. The company was honored among a global field of industry leaders that demonstrated success across the security landscape during the past 12 months. "Being named a finalist for the Security Trailblazer Award is a tremendous honor. It reflects Avertium's commitment to advancing modern cybersecurity and delivering measurable resilience for our customers. As AI reshapes both the threat and defense landscape, we're proud to innovate alongside Microsoft to help organizations build secure AI adoption, and remain ahead of emerging threats," said Ben Masino, President and Chief Growth Officer for Avertium. At the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards on January 26, 2026, Microsoft will celebrate finalists in 6 award categories honoring partner trailblazers, solution innovators, customer and technology champions, and changemakers. This is the sixth year Microsoft is recognizing partners for their outstanding work in the security landscape. All finalists are members of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of leading security vendors comprised of software development companies and services partners that have integrated their security products and services with Microsoft's security technology. "I'm very pleased to extend my warmest congratulations to this year's finalists for the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards. These are presented each year to recognize the outstanding achievements of our Microsoft Intelligent Security Association members as they improve customers' ability to identify and respond to security threats. Our community is made up of the most reliable and trusted security vendors worldwide. This year we received hundreds of quality submissions from partners and Microsoft stakeholders, so this year's finalists stood out in a crowd of exceptional talent. It's my pleasure to acknowledge and celebrate their work over the past year," said Maria Thomson, Director, Microsoft Intelligent Security Association. MISA was established to bring together Microsoft leaders, software development companies and services partners to work together to defeat security threats and make the world a safer place. The industry veterans in MISA and Microsoft will vote to select the winners of the Microsoft Security Excellence Awards, providing an opportunity for colleagues to honor their peers for delivering exceptional work to our shared customers. Avertium is a cyber fusion and MXDR leader, delivering comprehensive security and compliance services to mid-market and enterprise customers. Our unique "Assess, Design, Protect" approach addresses and improves security strategy, reduces attack surface risk, strengthens compliance, and provides continuous threat protection. Avertium maximizes customer security investments and enables customers to focus on growth, innovation, and business outcomes, while assuring that their security infrastructure is resilient and adaptive to evolving threats.
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