IT Security Consultants help organizations protect systems, data, and digital operations from evolving cyber threats. They assess security risks, recommend practical safeguards, and guide teams through the design and implementation of security programs. Browse vetted IT Security Consultant opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Consultants evaluate networks, applications, cloud environments, and business processes to identify vulnerabilities and improve security. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include conducting risk assessments, advising on security architecture, supporting incident response, and helping organizations meet regulatory and industry requirements.
Employers often seek experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or related fields, along with knowledge of security frameworks, identity and access management, cloud security, and risk management. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are important: consultants must translate technical findings into clear recommendations for executives, technical teams, and clients. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or relevant cloud-security credentials may be valuable, depending on the position.
IT Security Consultant titles can span technical assessment, governance and compliance, security engineering, and advisory work. Seniority, specialization, industry, location, and scope of responsibility all influence compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles aligned with their skills and career goals.
Use Ladders to discover IT Security Consultant openings and related cybersecurity positions. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify jobs where your expertise can help organizations strengthen their security posture.
Sr. Cyber Security Engineer (remote)
$100K - $145K *
Engage in advanced cybersecurity efforts by collaborating with SOC teams to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Leverage next-gen tools to enhance detection capabilities and streamline incide...
4 days ago
$82K - $172K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of security and cloud infrastructure, leading a team to optimize AWS environments, implement DevSecOps practices, and enhance automation for secure software del...
Reposted 1 week ago
$75K - $158K *
Contribute to the security of critical Oracle systems by designing and implementing cyber controls. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, support testing phases, and produce quality deliverable...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the design and implementation of robust security measures to protect sensitive health information, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulations while collaborating with cross-functional t...
3 weeks ago
Senior Corporate Security Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by enhancing corporate security operations through hands-on engineering. Collaborate with teams to manage endpoints, identity access, and incident response while driving complian...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team leading threat intelligence and detection engineering. Shape strategies to protect diverse industries from cyber threats, while building a high-impact program that...
3 weeks ago
Senior Specialist Sales Engineer, Data Security
$170K - $243K *
Elevate your career by partnering with sales teams to deliver innovative data security solutions. Lead technical evaluations, translate customer needs into compelling offerings, and drive successful o...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive the design and management of high-performing cloud infrastructures, ensuring their availability, performance, and security. Collaborate with teams to implement automations and improve systems wh...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform technology operations by leading IT and cybersecurity strategies, ensuring secure, scalable systems while enhancing employee support in a dynamic, remote-first environment. Collaborate acros...
2 weeks ago
Vulnerability Management / ACAS Response Analyst (Senior)
$110K - $130K *
Champion vulnerability management by analyzing ACAS results, prioritizing findings, and coordinating remediation efforts across teams to ensure compliance and enhance cybersecurity posture for critica...
4 days ago
$105K - $115K *
Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Manage customer expectations by designing and scoping vulnerability management solutions, acting as the technical bridge between client security teams and engineering to ensure successful implementati...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock AI-driven engineering transformation by collaborating with clients to enhance SDLC processes. Drive measurable improvements in delivery speed and quality through innovative solutions and hands...
1 week ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Cybersecurity Architect
$190K - $265K *
Transform cybersecurity architecture for a large federal program. Lead the integration of security controls across various platforms and systems, ensuring compliance with federal standards while drivi...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion a proactive security culture while leading a high-performing team. Drive security operations, risk compliance, incident response, and vulnerability management, ensuring alignment with strateg...
4 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Executive, Mid-Atlantic
$150K - $180K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity sales, engaging enterprise accounts to drive growth, cultivate strategic partnerships, and dominate the market with innovative solutions that secu...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Consultant, IRA Advisory
$78K - $126K *
Join a dynamic team providing advisory services in energy, infrastructure, and economic development. Contribute to project development and support while building meaningful relationships in a collabor...
Reposted 2 days ago
Staff / Staff II - Application Security Engineer
$220K - $270K *
Unlock potential by guiding application security strategies across diverse product landscapes. In this senior technical role, you'll influence architecture, mentor teams, and enhance security processe...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform telecom project delivery by managing design tasks, mentoring consultants, and ensuring budget adherence. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and enhance project outcomes through...
1 week ago
$90K - $189K *
Elevate your career as you design, implement, and maintain SAP security roles across various platforms while ensuring compliance and optimizing security frameworks in a collaborative environment...
Reposted 1 week ago
Technical Enablement Manager, Identity Security
$130K - $160K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of identity security by developing impactful enablement programs for pre-sales teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance skills and drive busine...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform cybersecurity practices by leading RMF/ATO processes for a cloud-based platform, ensuring compliance with NIST standards and implementing robust security controls. Collaborate with stakehold...
3 weeks ago
Cybersecurity and Compliance Manager
$120K *
Take ownership of cybersecurity compliance initiatives, leading risk management and strategic advisory services to enhance client security programs and ensure adherence to regulatory standards across...
5 days ago
Information Security Architect
$130K - $160K *
Lead the design and development of robust security architecture for cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Partner cross-functionally to embed security in the development lifecycle and evaluate eme...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Cybersecurity Advisory Services
$160K - $200K *
Drive growth in a leading Cyber Consulting Services organization by enhancing operational performance, managing diverse teams, and delivering high-quality cybersecurity solutions while ensuring client...
2 weeks ago
What does an IT Security Consultant do?
An IT Security Consultant assesses an organization's technology and security practices, identifies risks, and recommends ways to protect systems and data. The work may include security reviews, architecture guidance, compliance support, and incident-readiness planning.
What qualifications are commonly required for IT Security Consultant jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for cybersecurity or IT experience, knowledge of security frameworks and risk management, and the ability to communicate recommendations clearly. Some positions prefer certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
Which skills are useful for IT Security Consultants?
Useful skills include security assessment, vulnerability management, cloud and network security, identity and access management, governance and compliance, incident response, and stakeholder communication.
Do IT Security Consultant jobs pay $100,000 or more?
Compensation depends on experience, specialization, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including IT Security Consultant opportunities when available.
Where can I find IT Security Consultant jobs?
Browse IT Security Consultant and related cybersecurity openings on Ladders. You can review job requirements and explore vetted professional opportunities that match your experience.