COOLSOFT
Finance Analytical And Problem Solving Skills Written And Verbal Communication S
COOLSOFT, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Finance Analytical And Problem Solving Skills Written And Verbal Communication Skil
Requirement id 156509
Job title Consultant
Job location in Jackson, MS
Skills required Domain Services, Finance, HR Management, Analytical And Problem Solving Skills Wr
Open Date 02-Jan-2026
Close Date
Job type Contract
Duration 5 Months
Compensation DOE
Status requirement ---
Job interview type ---
Email Recruiter:coolsoft
Job Description Consultant: Domain Services, Finance, HR Management, Analytical And Problem Solving Skills Wr
Start date :2/2/2026
End Date :06/30/2026
Submission deadline :1/8/2026 3:00:00 PM
Client Info : MDES
Note:
Hybrid -Minimum 2 weeks per month onsite required.
Description Description of the job functions the contractor will be expected to perform.
. Strong Governance and Accountability
Confirms IT practices align with internal policies, governance and regulatory expectations.
Provides objective, third party validation for senior managers, executives and board members.
Reduces conflicts of interest by producing fact- based assessments and where possible win/win outcomes.
Legal and Regulatory Risk Reduction
Identifies gaps in compliance with laws and regulations (e.g., data protection, cybersecurity, State and Federal rules).
Helps prevent fines, sanctions, litigation and federal enforcement action from Department of Labor.
Ensure IT controls support legal obligations such as data retention, and breach notifications.
Improves Policy Effectiveness Evaluates whether IT policies are:
Legally sound
Up to date with current state and federal laws and standards
Properly implemented and enforced
Also highlights inconsistencies between written policies and actual IT practices.
Better Decision Making for Leadership
Provides clear, unbiased insight to support strategic decisions.
Translates technical findings into legal and policy implications executives can understand.
Prioritizes remediation based on business, legal and compliance risk - not just technical severity.
Identifies opportunities for organizational improvement through IT best practices adoption.
Cost Savings, Avoidance and Mid to Long-Terms Efficiency
Prevents costly remediation after incidents or regulatory findings.
Identifies redundant outdated or non-compliant systems.
Aligns IT Investments with Legal and Policy Priorities.
Clear, Actionable Roadmap
Technical controls recommendations.
Policy updates.
Legal compliance.
Help coordinate IT, Legal, compliance and risk teams effectively.
Required Skills/Experience Technical and Domain Expertise
Deep knowledge in IT, Finance, HR management.
Ability to Analyze complex problems and design practical yet simple solution.
Industry best practices and regulatory awareness.
Knowledge of Mississippi public sector IT practices and landscape.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Strong data analysis and critical thinking abilities.
Ability to diagnose business, application, and legal challenges and identify root causes.
Experience in developing actionable recommendations.
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong presentation and reporting skills.
Client and Stakeholder Management
Relationship-building and trust management.
Ability to manage client expectations and scope.
Professional negotiation and conflict resolution.
Project Management
Planning, executing and delivery of consulting engagements.
Time management and prioritization across multiple stakeholders/clients.
Risk identification and mitigation.
Business Contact Call 502-379-4456 Ext 100 for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 156509 while calling.
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Requirement id 156509
Job title Consultant
Job location in Jackson, MS
Skills required Domain Services, Finance, HR Management, Analytical And Problem Solving Skills Wr
Open Date 02-Jan-2026
Close Date
Job type Contract
Duration 5 Months
Compensation DOE
Status requirement ---
Job interview type ---
Email Recruiter:coolsoft
Job Description Consultant: Domain Services, Finance, HR Management, Analytical And Problem Solving Skills Wr
Start date :2/2/2026
End Date :06/30/2026
Submission deadline :1/8/2026 3:00:00 PM
Client Info : MDES
Note:
Hybrid -Minimum 2 weeks per month onsite required.
Description Description of the job functions the contractor will be expected to perform.
. Strong Governance and Accountability
Confirms IT practices align with internal policies, governance and regulatory expectations.
Provides objective, third party validation for senior managers, executives and board members.
Reduces conflicts of interest by producing fact- based assessments and where possible win/win outcomes.
Legal and Regulatory Risk Reduction
Identifies gaps in compliance with laws and regulations (e.g., data protection, cybersecurity, State and Federal rules).
Helps prevent fines, sanctions, litigation and federal enforcement action from Department of Labor.
Ensure IT controls support legal obligations such as data retention, and breach notifications.
Improves Policy Effectiveness Evaluates whether IT policies are:
Legally sound
Up to date with current state and federal laws and standards
Properly implemented and enforced
Also highlights inconsistencies between written policies and actual IT practices.
Better Decision Making for Leadership
Provides clear, unbiased insight to support strategic decisions.
Translates technical findings into legal and policy implications executives can understand.
Prioritizes remediation based on business, legal and compliance risk - not just technical severity.
Identifies opportunities for organizational improvement through IT best practices adoption.
Cost Savings, Avoidance and Mid to Long-Terms Efficiency
Prevents costly remediation after incidents or regulatory findings.
Identifies redundant outdated or non-compliant systems.
Aligns IT Investments with Legal and Policy Priorities.
Clear, Actionable Roadmap
Technical controls recommendations.
Policy updates.
Legal compliance.
Help coordinate IT, Legal, compliance and risk teams effectively.
Required Skills/Experience Technical and Domain Expertise
Deep knowledge in IT, Finance, HR management.
Ability to Analyze complex problems and design practical yet simple solution.
Industry best practices and regulatory awareness.
Knowledge of Mississippi public sector IT practices and landscape.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Strong data analysis and critical thinking abilities.
Ability to diagnose business, application, and legal challenges and identify root causes.
Experience in developing actionable recommendations.
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong presentation and reporting skills.
Client and Stakeholder Management
Relationship-building and trust management.
Ability to manage client expectations and scope.
Professional negotiation and conflict resolution.
Project Management
Planning, executing and delivery of consulting engagements.
Time management and prioritization across multiple stakeholders/clients.
Risk identification and mitigation.
Business Contact Call 502-379-4456 Ext 100 for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 156509 while calling.
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
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