Senior Security Consultant

Contract| Remote in Europe
| 4 months ago

As part of a Data & Artificial Intelligence organization, the Senior Cybersecurity Consultant acts as the operational security point of contact for information systems security. Working closely with security leadership, the consultant assesses cyber risks affecting Data and AI platforms, applications, and services, and contributes to strengthening the overall security posture of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Security Assessment and Risk Management

  • Conduct security assessments and risk analyses for Data and Artificial Intelligence platforms, applications, and services.
  • Identify, define, and track the implementation of security requirements throughout project lifecycles.
  • Review solution architectures and ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
  • Assess emerging AI technologies and associated cybersecurity risks.

Security Advisory and Consulting

  • Provide security guidance and expertise to IT and business teams on Data and AI initiatives.
  • Support project teams in designing and implementing secure solutions.
  • Promote security-by-design principles across projects and programs.
  • Raise awareness of cybersecurity risks and controls related to Data and AI environments.

Security Governance and Coordination

  • Lead and coordinate cross-functional cybersecurity initiatives.
  • Monitor and follow up on security action plans resulting from risk assessments, audits, and security reviews.
  • Contribute to cybersecurity governance activities, reporting, and stakeholder communications.

Vulnerability Management and Reporting

  • Consolidate and monitor vulnerability management metrics across the assigned scope.
  • Track remediation plans and ensure timely resolution of identified security issues.
  • Produce dashboards, KPIs, and reports to measure and improve security performance.

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • 5 to 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or risk management.
  • Proven experience providing security consulting and support for IT projects.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk assessment methodologies, and security governance.
  • Demonstrated interest and experience in emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence and Data platforms.

Soft Skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to influence and drive security initiatives across technical and business teams.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Adaptability and eagerness to learn new technologies and security challenges.