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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.

What IT Security Consultants Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

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.

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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.

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$150K - $180K *

Advance corporate security strategies by leading endpoint protection, device trust, and SaaS security. Collaborate cross-functionally to embed security into workflows while building and mentoring a dy...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower security initiatives by bridging technical operations with product development. This role enhances payment processing security while collaborating cross-functionally to integrate marketable se...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Empower secure software development by leading continuous authorization efforts, ensuring compliance with NIST standards, and integrating security into DevSecOps practices for a transformative moderni...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading cybersecurity efforts for US Navy systems. Drive the Risk Management Framework process, ensuring compliance and security for afloat and ashore operations while managing...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity measures by performing risk assessments, security architecture reviews, and detection engineering. Play a pivotal role in identity management and incident re...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$127K - $160K *

Lead and drive cybersecurity initiatives, managing complex projects and fostering client relationships. Provide strategic guidance and deliver innovative security solutions to enhance organizational r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our cybersecurity posture by monitoring threats, responding to incidents, and managing vulnerabilities. Collaborate with teams to protect sensitive information and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $135K *

Optimize information security identity operations, governance, and engineering. Lead incident response, tooling maintenance, and collaboration with IT teams to enhance security integrity and operation...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the charge in shaping and executing the enterprise information security strategy, managing risk, governance, and compliance while leading a team to ensure robust protection and resilience agains...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $165K *

Unlock potential by joining our team to enhance HPC security across diverse systems. Collaborate with top engineers and contribute to critical projects that strengthen national security while advancin...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $121K *

Transform cybersecurity practices by integrating robust security measures into system architectures, ensuring compliance with government standards while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance mis...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $165K *

Drive security initiatives as part of engineering teams enhancing HPC environments. Collaborate with experts to implement secure architectures, ensuring robust protection for critical systems, while a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $121K *

Unlock your potential as you integrate cybersecurity into system architectures, ensuring compliance with government standards while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver secure, res...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $240K *

Optimize security across product lifecycles by leading assessments, advising teams, and shaping strategies to mitigate risks. Collaborate with engineering to embed security practices and enhance overa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing cloud security across AWS, Azure, and GCP. You'll identify vulnerabilities, implement security controls, and automate processes to protect critical technology services in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive cloud security initiatives by enhancing capabilities across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement controls, and automate processes, ensuring a secure...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $131K *

Lead strategic initiatives in cybersecurity by developing actionable roadmaps and technical standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize and deliver security infrastructure projects, ensurin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $131K *

Take ownership of strategic cyber initiatives, leading efforts to enhance network and security infrastructure. Engage with stakeholders to define roadmaps, ensure compliance, and drive alignment acros...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $131K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by leading strategic programs for network and security infrastructure, translating enterprise cyber strategies into actionable frameworks and ensuring robust, compli...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $131K *

Champion the development of network and security infrastructure strategies, translating cyber risk priorities into actionable roadmaps. Lead collaboration among engineers, operations, and stakeholders...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Drive security excellence by developing and implementing ISO/NIST standards, ensuring compliance in new software initiatives while responding to inquiries about security practices...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through proactive threat intelligence analysis, collaborating across functions to mitigate risks and improve defenses against evolving cyber thr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $148K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing enterprise Identity and Access Management solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, optimize performance, and ensure compliance while dr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cyber security measures by managing day-to-day operations and implementing protection technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure user satisfac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $156K *

Unlock potential by providing senior-level technical leadership in enterprise storage, backup, and data protection for mission-critical DoD environments. Lead initiatives, troubleshoot issues, and ens...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Security Consultant do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse IT Security Consultant and related cybersecurity openings on Ladders. You can review job requirements and explore vetted professional opportunities that match your experience.