Principal Consultant, Security Governance (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Principal Consultant, Security Governance (Cybersecurity): Leading complex information security governance, risk, and compliance engagements for strategic clients with an accent on regulatory frameworks like PCI DSS, CMMC, and NIST. Focus on developing security roadmaps, conducting risk assessments, and advising C-level leadership on security posture and AI-driven compliance strategies.

Location: Must be based in the Continental US (Remote with up to 30% travel required).

Company

hirify.global is a global technology services provider specializing in AI-driven analytics, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and next-generation digital infrastructure.

What you will do

• Lead client engagements providing security consultation, risk assessments, and compliance evaluations against industry standards.
• Advise C-level security leaders and Boards of Directors on strategic security roadmaps and remediation priorities.
• Develop custom security policies, standards, and procedures tailored to unique client organizational objectives.
• Conduct security program development and tabletop exercises to improve client resilience.
• Deliver specialized PCI and CMMC advisory services, including gap analyses and readiness assessments.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to internal cybersecurity administrative functions and peer reviews.

Requirements

• Must be based in the Continental US and willing to travel up to 30% for client engagements.
• 5-8 years of experience in information security consulting and risk/compliance assessments.
• Deep expertise in regulatory frameworks including HIPAA, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, and ISO 27001.
• Must hold at least one certification from List A (e.g., CISSP, CISM) and one from List B (e.g., CISA, CIA).
• Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, or relevant cloud security certifications (CCSP, CCSK, GCLD).
• Ability to present complex security findings to both technical and non-technical executive audiences.

Nice to have

• One or more AI security certifications (e.g., ISO 42001, IAPP AIGP).
• Experience leading AI security maturity reviews and developing AI-specific remediation roadmaps.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a diverse team of experts in a culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Engagement with high-profile clients across various industry verticals.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning in cybersecurity and AI.
• Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.