Security Consultant Jobs in Georgia
Security Consultant jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in cybersecurity, physical security program management, and risk and compliance consulting at every level from entry-level analyst to senior principal. Atlanta anchors the market, with additional hiring in Savannah and Augusta, where defense contractors, financial institutions, and logistics firms drive consistent need. Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and NCR Voyix are among the established Georgia employers with ongoing security consultant roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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API Security Governance Consultant
Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Job Summary:
Seeking an experienced API Security Governance Consultant with expertise in API governance, security policies, compliance, and API lifecycle management.
Required Skills:
- 8+ years of IT experience with API Governance/API Security.
- Experience setting up API Governance Frameworks and security policies.
- Strong knowledge of API lifecycle management, including API inventory, deprecation, and retirement.
- Experience with API Management platforms (Apigee, Kong, MuleSoft, Azure API Management, or AWS API Gateway).
- Knowledge of REST APIs, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, JWT, and OWASP API Security Top 10.
- Experience with governance workflows, audits, compliance documentation, and gap analysis.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Email - anchal.singh@tekgence.com
API Security Governance Consultant
Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Job Summary:
Seeking an experienced API Security Governance Consultant with expertise in API governance, security policies, compliance, and API lifecycle management.
Required Skills:
- 8+ years of IT experience with API Governance/API Security.
- Experience setting up API Governance Frameworks and security policies.
- Strong knowledge of API lifecycle management, including API inventory, deprecation, and retirement.
- Experience with API Management platforms (Apigee, Kong, MuleSoft, Azure API Management, or AWS API Gateway).
- Knowledge of REST APIs, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, JWT, and OWASP API Security Top 10.
- Experience with governance workflows, audits, compliance documentation, and gap analysis.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Email - anchal.singh@tekgence.com
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- Food & Beverage
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security consultant jobs across Georgia.
- Active CISSP, CISM, or equivalent information security certification recognized in Georgia
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field
- Experience conducting security risk assessments and developing mitigation recommendations
- Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, or FedRAMP compliance frameworks
- Ability to obtain or maintain a federal security clearance for defense-sector roles
- Strong written communication skills for delivering client-facing security reports
Security Consultant Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security consultant in Georgia?
Most security consultants in Georgia enter through a combination of a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field and an industry certification such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+. Georgia does not require a state-issued license specifically for security consulting, so credentials from recognized bodies like (ISC)², ISACA, or CompTIA carry the most weight with employers. Defense-sector roles in the Atlanta and Augusta corridors often additionally require a federal security clearance.
How much do security consultants make in Georgia?
Security consultants in Georgia earn a median of about $78,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,860 for the lowest 10% to over $153,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security consultants in Georgia?
Employers hiring security consultants in Georgia right now include Google, Truist, and Cargill, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's large defense contracting presence around Atlanta and Augusta means federal-focused firms are consistently among the most active hirers in the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most security consultant jobs?
Atlanta and Georgia have the most security consultant openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates due to its concentration of financial services, technology companies, and federal agency offices, while Augusta benefits from the proximity of Fort Eisenhower and the defense contractors that support it, and Savannah's growing logistics and port operations bring demand for physical and operational security roles.
Are there remote security consultant jobs in Georgia?
Yes, and they are more common than in many other consulting disciplines because a significant share of the work, including risk assessments, policy writing, compliance reviews, and virtual client engagements, can be done off-site. About 100% of security consultant openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting steady employer flexibility across the state. Roles involving on-site physical security audits or classified federal work remain largely in-person.
How can I get hired as a security consultant in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a junior analyst or security operations center role with one of Georgia's large IT services or defense contractors, then moving into consulting after building hands-on experience. Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos both run early-career programs that recruit from Georgia's universities, including Georgia Tech and Georgia State. Earning CompTIA Security+ before applying signals baseline competency to hiring managers and can offset a thin work history in competitive Atlanta-area applicant pools.
Where can I find and apply to security consultant jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to security consultant jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Georgia employers and locations. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly through each listing.
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