Avertium

Programmatic cybersecurity managed services and consulting

Cybersecurity Consultant - Contractor

Security Engineering & ArchitectureConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

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About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience.
At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, Microsoft Infrastructure and Systems Administration, 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.
Ability to lead and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively 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, and HIPAA in IT, Network, Cloud, and Enterprise Architecture.
Experience with an emphasis in information security, cybersecurity, data security, network security, or related areas.
Required technical competencies: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra, and Identity & Access Management (IAM).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with clients to develop and implement effective cybersecurity strategies, defining security frameworks, policies, and roadmaps aligned with business objectives, risk appetite, and industry best practices.
Design and implement advanced security controls and technologies based on industry standards and regulatory requirements, including configuring and integrating tools such as SIEM, DLP, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.
Design secure systems, networks, and cloud environments; develop security architectures aligned with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and client needs; and assess and recommend security controls for new technology implementations.
Stay updated on cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and technologies; conduct research and contribute to thought leadership initiatives such as whitepapers, industry presentations, and internal training sessions.
Develop and deliver reports, presentations, diagrams, and implementation/integration plans and programs.
Lead architecture and integration projects, evaluate clients' business challenges, and apply technical expertise and industry best practices to provide security-minded, innovative, and cost-effective solutions.

Desired Qualifications

Preferred technical competencies: Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Intune, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Microsoft Cloud Platform, Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Microsoft Security Center, and Microsoft Priva.

Avertium is seeking a Cybersecurity Consultant for the Acceleration & Optimization team with a focus on Microsoft Cloud. You should be security focused with emphasis on Microsoft cloud infrastructure and applications. The ability to develop and deliver reports, presentations, diagrams and creating implementation/integration plans and programs is a must. Subject matter expertise in one or multiple cloud platforms and solutions is required. You should be self-disciplined and able to work on individual tasks, sometimes without clear requirements, and to work well in a remote team environment. This role requires the ability to lead various architecture and integration projects, frequently serving in a consultative role, evaluate the client’s business challenges, and applying key technical prowess and industry best practices to provide security minded innovative and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities:

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.

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.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field or equivalent years of experience

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, Microsoft Infrastructure and Systems Administration , 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.

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.

Required Technical Competencies:

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Entra

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Preferred Technical Competencies:

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Intune

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)

Microsoft Cloud Platform

Microsoft Defender XDR

Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Microsoft Sentinel

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Microsoft Security Center

Microsoft Priva

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About the Company

Avertium

Programmatic cybersecurity managed services and consulting

Avertium delivers cybersecurity services to mid-to-enterprise organizations through managed security services and consulting. Its offerings include continuous network monitoring, risk management, and attack surface management, delivered on a subscription basis with advisory support to drive measurable security improvements. It differentiates itself with a practical, relationship-focused culture and trusted leadership that aims to balance risk reduction with maintaining business continuity. The goal is to help clients steadily improve their security posture and resilience while keeping operations running smoothly.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Phoenix, AZ
Founded: 2019

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