Cyber Security Consultants help organizations protect systems, data, and operations from evolving digital threats. They assess security risks, recommend practical safeguards, and guide teams through compliance requirements and incident preparedness. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including Cyber Security Consultant roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and specialization, but often include conducting security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, developing security policies, advising on cloud and network protection, and helping organizations prepare for or respond to incidents. Consultants may also present findings to executives and collaborate with technology, legal, and risk teams.
Employers commonly seek experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or risk management, along with knowledge of security frameworks, threat analysis, and regulatory requirements. Relevant certifications may include CISSP, CISM, CISA, or cloud security credentials, depending on the role. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are valuable when translating technical risks into business recommendations.
Compensation depends on factors such as experience, specialty, location, industry, and the scope of client engagements. Senior consultants and professionals with expertise in areas such as cloud security, governance, risk, and compliance, or incident response may find opportunities at the $100,000-plus level. Browse current listings to compare roles and requirements.
Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Cyber Security Consultant openings to discover opportunities that match your expertise, preferred industry, and career goals.
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Champion strategic sales initiatives by managing key accounts, leveraging technology to meet business goals, and fostering executive-level relationships to drive revenue growth and customer satisfacti...
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Join a team that's driving strategic sales in cyber security and networking. Leverage your expertise to manage key accounts, develop relationships, and achieve revenue goals while navigating complex b...
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Champion strategic account management by leveraging technology to drive business success. Build and maintain executive-level relationships while identifying growth opportunities and ensuring revenue t...
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Accelerate growth by managing key accounts, leveraging technology to meet business goals. Drive strategic relationships, identify opportunities, and ensure revenue targets are met while collaborating...
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Inside Presales Security Expert, Channel
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Engage with sales teams to provide technical expertise in pre-sales and post-sales processes, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective solutions in a defined territory. Collaborate closely with pa...
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Senior Director, Engineering - Proactive Offense
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Join a team that's redefining offensive security by leading engineering efforts to transform research into scalable, customer-facing products. Drive strategy, execution, and innovation across multiple...
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Empower the growth of AI security solutions by collaborating with sales teams, training engineers, and engaging customers to ensure successful deployments and drive adoption of innovative AI technolog...
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Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on mainframe network engineering. Collaborate on designing, implementing, and supporting robust network solutions that ensure secure and efficie...
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Transform cybersecurity operations by managing security controls, incident response, and risk management. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture, oversee compliance, and implement best pra...
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Director, Public Sector Channels
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Join a dynamic team as a strategic leader to drive the public sector channel strategy, focusing on the U.S. federal market. Build relationships, execute go-to-market plans, and empower partners to del...
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Join a team that's leading security and IT for a healthcare tech company. Shape strategy and mentor a devoted team while building AI-driven tools and solutions to enhance operations, all while maintai...
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Account Manager - Enterprise Expansion
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Pioneer growth within established enterprise accounts, improving retention and driving measurable expansion by engaging new stakeholders and increasing contract value while collaborating closely with...
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Transform the landscape of risk management by overseeing collections and funding returns, analyzing transaction patterns, and collaborating with teams to resolve complex cases while driving process im...
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Join a top-tier Sales Engineering team to drive complex cybersecurity solutions. Partner with key stakeholders, leverage your expertise in AI-driven security, and cultivate relationships to redefine e...
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Lead the charge in managing complex global accounts, coordinating operations and sales teams to exceed customer expectations, ensure financial performance, and drive account growth. Foster strong rela...
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Senior Consultant, NetSuite Optimization
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Lead the charge in architecting Oracle NetSuite solutions, driving operational excellence and client success through effective project management, data analysis, and relationship building while mentor...
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Senior Consultant - Healthcare Compliance
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Empower healthcare compliance by enhancing programs, mitigating risks, and driving operational integrity. Collaborate with diverse clients to deliver tailored solutions in a dynamic regulatory landsca...
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Cloud / System Engineer (Journeyman)
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Engineer robust cloud and system solutions, ensuring seamless enterprise operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and implement configuratio...
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Senior QA Analyst, Privileged Access Management
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Join us to validate complex workflows in Privileged Access Management, ensuring high standards for reliability and security across cloud integrations and enterprise environments. Collaborate with engi...
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Empower your career by joining a dynamic team as a Field Support Engineer, where you'll tackle complex technical challenges in mission-critical environments, leveraging your expertise in Red Hat OpenS...
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Transform environmental remediation projects as a technical leader, guiding multidisciplinary teams through complex regulatory challenges, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to ensure compl...
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Create impactful data visualizations and analytics solutions using Microsoft Power BI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making for the U.S. Postal Service's Inspector Genera...
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Champion cloud and application security by enhancing AWS practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement to ensure secure and compliant environments...
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Service Delivery Senior Analyst
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What does a Cyber Security Consultant do?
A Cyber Security Consultant evaluates an organization’s security posture, identifies risks, and recommends measures to protect systems and data. The work may include security assessments, policy development, compliance guidance, and incident preparedness.
What qualifications are typically required for Cyber Security Consultant jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often look for cybersecurity or IT experience, familiarity with security frameworks and risk assessment, and strong communication skills. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA may be preferred for some positions.
How much do Cyber Security Consultants earn?
Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where compensation and requirements are listed in individual job postings.
Are Cyber Security Consultant jobs available remotely?
Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while others require on-site work or travel to client locations. Check each listing for its location and work arrangement.
Where can I find Cyber Security Consultant jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Explore Cyber Security Consultant listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.