Cybersecurity Auditor Job at Seneca Resources in Austin

Position Title: Vendor Cybersecurity Auditor Location: Austin, TX (Onsite with travel across Texas as needed) Position Status: Full Time, 6-Month Contract (likely to extend) Pay Rate: $50/hr on W2 We are seeking a highly skilled Vendor Cybersecurity Auditor to support a public sector client in Austin, TX. This role will focus on evaluating third-party vendors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and industry cybersecurity standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in vendor audits, third-party risk management, and security compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2. This is a high-visibility role requiring excellent communication skills to present findings to executives, coordinate remediation efforts, and partner with vendors and internal stakeholders. Occasional travel throughout Texas may be required. Key Responsibilities Review vendor contracts, SLAs, and security requirements for compliance with obligations. Assess the design and effectiveness of vendor cybersecurity controls against contractual and industry standards. Collect and analyze evidence including security policies, system configurations, logs, and access records. Conduct vendor personnel interviews to evaluate governance and operational security practices. Perform technical and administrative control testing to verify safeguards are in place. Identify gaps, risks, and deficiencies in vendor controls, and recommend corrective actions. Draft and deliver audit reports summarizing findings and risk assessments. Track remediation efforts, validate closure of findings, and communicate status to stakeholders. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure vendor risks are addressed promptly. Travel across Texas may be required to conduct onsite vendor assessments. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years auditing controls against NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, or SOC 2 standards. 5+ years evaluating security controls across IT domains including network security, IAM, endpoint protection, and incident response. 5+ years drafting audit reports, presenting findings to executives/legal stakeholders, and working directly with vendors. 5+ years applying investigative and analytical skills to identify gaps, assess risks, and recommend evidence-based actions. 4+ years hands-on experience conducting vendor cybersecurity audits, contract compliance reviews, and third-party risk assessments. 3+ years reviewing and validating security documentation and control implementation for accuracy. Preferred Experience 3+ years auditing vendor environments hosted in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. 3+ years evaluating vendor incident response plans and breach remediation efforts. 3+ years interpreting legal/technical contract language for IT and cybersecurity obligations. 2+ years auditing vendors serving government agencies or regulated industries (e.g., courts). 2+ years presenting technical findings to non-technical stakeholders, including C-suite and legal counsel. 1+ year holding relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr