Senior Security Consultant Jobs
Senior Security Consultant jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, government contracting, and technology, at levels from mid-career to principal and practice lead, with specializations in penetration testing, risk and compliance, and cloud security architecture. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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1st shift (United States of America)Please review the following job description:
Manages large, technical information security projects, programs, and processes aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Conducts advanced threat analysis, vulnerability testing, and incident response to protect technology assets and ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
1. Works to achieve operational targets with major impact on the information security department or job area results and contributes to the development of goals for area of responsibility.
2. Manages large information security and privacy projects and programs aligned with organizational strategy and regulatory requirements.
3. Conducts and deploys advanced threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
4. Monitors system access and integrates forensic tools for attack detection, investigation, and reconstruction.
5. Leads incident response efforts to effectively manage and resolve security incidents.
6. Guides identity and access management, data protection, and security best practices across the enterprise.
7. Collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
8. Integrates advanced security technologies and tools to strengthen the organization's security posture.
9. Reviews and updates security policies, standards, and procedures to address emerging threats and compliance needs.
10. Provides technical guidance, training, and direction to information security teams and lower-level technical professionals.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
2. Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in information security.
3. Advanced knowledge of data security, privacy laws, regulatory compliance, and advanced security technologies.
4. Experience in threat analysis, vulnerability testing, incident response, and forensic methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.
2. Experience in the financial services industry.
3. Advanced professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent.
4. Technical expertise with enterprise security architectures, risk management frameworks, and cutting-edge security technologies.
5. Proven experience managing large technical projects.
6. Experience with systems for automated threat intelligence sharing and using industry standard protocols.
7. Strong communication and presentation skills.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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Regular or Temporary:
RegularLanguage Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)Please review the following job description:
Manages large, technical information security projects, programs, and processes aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Conducts advanced threat analysis, vulnerability testing, and incident response to protect technology assets and ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
1. Works to achieve operational targets with major impact on the information security department or job area results and contributes to the development of goals for area of responsibility.
2. Manages large information security and privacy projects and programs aligned with organizational strategy and regulatory requirements.
3. Conducts and deploys advanced threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
4. Monitors system access and integrates forensic tools for attack detection, investigation, and reconstruction.
5. Leads incident response efforts to effectively manage and resolve security incidents.
6. Guides identity and access management, data protection, and security best practices across the enterprise.
7. Collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
8. Integrates advanced security technologies and tools to strengthen the organization's security posture.
9. Reviews and updates security policies, standards, and procedures to address emerging threats and compliance needs.
10. Provides technical guidance, training, and direction to information security teams and lower-level technical professionals.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
2. Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in information security.
3. Advanced knowledge of data security, privacy laws, regulatory compliance, and advanced security technologies.
4. Experience in threat analysis, vulnerability testing, incident response, and forensic methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.
2. Experience in the financial services industry.
3. Advanced professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent.
4. Technical expertise with enterprise security architectures, risk management frameworks, and cutting-edge security technologies.
5. Proven experience managing large technical projects.
6. Experience with systems for automated threat intelligence sharing and using industry standard protocols.
7. Strong communication and presentation skills.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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Who's Hiring
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- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
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- Accounting & Auditing
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior security consultant jobs.
- Five or more years of hands-on security consulting or equivalent professional experience
- CISSP, CISM, OSCP, or equivalent active certification required or strongly preferred
- Proficiency with penetration testing tools, SIEM platforms, or cloud security frameworks such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience delivering risk assessments, audits, or security architecture reviews for enterprise clients
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or PCI DSS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing reporting and executive presentations
Tips for Your Senior Security Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each engagement type
Senior security consultant roles vary sharply between offensive security, GRC, and architecture work. Reframe your resume for each type, leading with the methodology or framework most central to that posting, whether that's PTES, NIST CSF, or SABSA.
List certifications in the right order
Hiring managers scan for CISSP, OSCP, CISM, or CEH within seconds. Put your active certifications immediately after your name and title, and flag any in progress, since employers often hire ahead of a candidate completing a cert.
Quantify your findings and their business impact
Vague claims like 'improved security posture' lose to specific ones. Describe the number of critical findings you uncovered, the remediation timelines you drove, or the compliance gaps you closed, without disclosing client-confidential detail.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior security consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical screening before the panel
Most firms run a timed technical screen, a take-home scenario, or a live threat-modeling exercise before the formal interview. Know which type the firm uses by asking the recruiter upfront, then practice articulating your methodology out loud.
Negotiate scope and travel before accepting an offer
Senior security consultant offers routinely include heavy client travel or on-site requirements that affect work-life balance more than compensation does. Clarify the expected travel percentage and remote flexibility before you reach the salary conversation.
Senior Security Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior security consultants?
The companies hiring the most senior security consultants right now include Deloitte, Amazon Web Services, and Google, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is concentrated at large consulting firms, managed security service providers, and regulated-industry enterprises.
How many senior security consultant jobs are remote?
About 80% of senior security consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. GRC, cloud security architecture, and virtual CISO advisory roles carry the highest remote availability, while penetration testing and on-site assessment work tends to require client-location presence.
How do you become a senior security consultant?
Most senior security consultants start in roles such as security analyst, SOC engineer, or IT auditor before moving into consulting. Building toward a recognized certification like CISSP or OSCP signals readiness to clients. Developing a track of delivered engagements, client-facing reports, and measurable remediation outcomes is what typically moves a mid-level practitioner into a senior consulting title.
Can you get hired as a senior security consultant with limited consulting experience?
Yes, candidates transition into senior security consultant roles from in-house security engineering, federal agency work, or military cyber backgrounds without prior consulting titles. Firms weight demonstrated technical depth and the ability to communicate risk to non-technical stakeholders over consulting pedigree. Building a portfolio of assessments, CTF results, or published research strengthens an application meaningfully.
What does the senior security consultant interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical assessment that may include a live penetration test scenario, a threat model walkthrough, or a written risk advisory exercise. A panel interview with senior practitioners and a hiring manager usually follows, often concluding with a case study presentation where you walk through a past engagement or a hypothetical client problem.
Where can I find and apply to senior security consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to senior security consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find ones that match your specialization and experience level, and apply directly to each listing.
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