Overview
Provides expert security advice and services to external clients, performing assessments, designing solutions, developing strategies, and assisting with implementation or incident response.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert security advice to clients
- conduct security assessments (risk, vulnerability, compliance)
- design security solutions
- develop security strategies and roadmaps
- implement security controls
- assist with incident response or remediation
- (Often specialized)
Required Skills
- Broad security knowledge across multiple domains OR deep expertise in a specific area (e
- g
- , cloud, pentesting, GRC)
- strong communication and presentation skills
- client management
- problem-solving
- report writing
Salary Expectations
$90,000 - $180,000+ USD (Can be higher in specialized firms/roles)
Relevant Certifications
No specific certifications listed for this role yet.
Common Career Pathway
Often requires prior experience in technical or management roles within security. Can also be a path for experienced professionals seeking variety.
Learning Roadmap
Gain solid experience in one or more security domains -> Develop consulting/communication skills -> Master assessment/reporting techniques -> Specialize or broaden expertise -> Relevant advanced certs.