Vaco
We are seeking an experienced
Cybersecurity Consultant
to lead and execute cybersecurity assessments, risk management initiatives, and business continuity planning for our organization. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Palo Alto security products, and familiarity with CrowdStrike is a strong plus. Experience working within manufacturing environments is highly desirable, as you will be helping secure operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) in addition to traditional IT infrastructure. Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive
cybersecurity assessments
and gap analyses across enterprise and manufacturing environments.
Perform
risk assessments
to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and potential business impacts.
Develop and maintain
business continuity
and
disaster recovery
plans.
Collaborate with IT and OT teams to implement mitigation strategies and recommend security best practices.
Configure, manage, and optimize
Palo Alto firewalls
and related network security infrastructure.
Provide guidance and oversight for
endpoint protection , with
CrowdStrike
experience considered a major plus.
Assist in policy creation and review for compliance with industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
Educate and train internal teams on security awareness and practices.
Stay current with threat intelligence and evolving cyber threats relevant to the manufacturing sector.
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in
cybersecurity consulting , security engineering, or a related role.
Strong knowledge of
risk management ,
cybersecurity frameworks , and
business continuity planning .
Experience with
Palo Alto Networks
security products is required.
Experience or working knowledge of
CrowdStrike
or other EDR tools is a plus.
Demonstrated experience in
manufacturing environments , including OT/ICS security considerations.
Understanding of compliance standards such as
NIST ,
ISO 27001 ,
CMMC , or
NERC CIP
is a plus.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Relevant certifications such as
CISSP ,
CISM ,
CISA , or
Palo Alto Networks certifications
are preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on experience conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Familiarity with SIEM tools, threat hunting, and incident response processes.
Experience creating executive-level risk reports and presenting to leadership.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that
workplace discrimination is illegal . By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
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Cybersecurity Consultant
to lead and execute cybersecurity assessments, risk management initiatives, and business continuity planning for our organization. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Palo Alto security products, and familiarity with CrowdStrike is a strong plus. Experience working within manufacturing environments is highly desirable, as you will be helping secure operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) in addition to traditional IT infrastructure. Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive
cybersecurity assessments
and gap analyses across enterprise and manufacturing environments.
Perform
risk assessments
to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and potential business impacts.
Develop and maintain
business continuity
and
disaster recovery
plans.
Collaborate with IT and OT teams to implement mitigation strategies and recommend security best practices.
Configure, manage, and optimize
Palo Alto firewalls
and related network security infrastructure.
Provide guidance and oversight for
endpoint protection , with
CrowdStrike
experience considered a major plus.
Assist in policy creation and review for compliance with industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
Educate and train internal teams on security awareness and practices.
Stay current with threat intelligence and evolving cyber threats relevant to the manufacturing sector.
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in
cybersecurity consulting , security engineering, or a related role.
Strong knowledge of
risk management ,
cybersecurity frameworks , and
business continuity planning .
Experience with
Palo Alto Networks
security products is required.
Experience or working knowledge of
CrowdStrike
or other EDR tools is a plus.
Demonstrated experience in
manufacturing environments , including OT/ICS security considerations.
Understanding of compliance standards such as
NIST ,
ISO 27001 ,
CMMC , or
NERC CIP
is a plus.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Relevant certifications such as
CISSP ,
CISM ,
CISA , or
Palo Alto Networks certifications
are preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on experience conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Familiarity with SIEM tools, threat hunting, and incident response processes.
Experience creating executive-level risk reports and presenting to leadership.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that
workplace discrimination is illegal . By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
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