About Coalfire
Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients’ hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.
But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.
We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.
Position Summary
As a Senior Consultant you will lead enterprise engagements assessing the security and compliance of client firms against regulatory and industry requirements and standards, and against security best practice frameworks. This role will have a strong understanding of framework requirements, perform audit/assessments, and develop reports for clients. They will also provide quality control and peer review to other members of the delivery staff. They will work closely with Project Managers, Directors and other Delivery team members to effectively manage project timelines and deliverables.
The Senior Security Consultant will perform IT Security Assessments for our Healthcare clients to ensure the safety and security of client’s IT assets by uncovering potential security vulnerabilities and providing advice on mitigation actions.
What You'll DoLeads audits/assessments including audit plan preparation, review of documentation and evidence, evaluation of procedures, and client interviews. Work collaboratively with a team of assessors as a HIPAA or HITRUST compliance specialist and assist with the planning of assessments to our clients. Prepare, review and approve assessment reports. Manage priorities, tasks and hours on projects in conjunction with the project manager to achieve delivery utilization targets. Ensures quality products and services are delivered on time. Escalates client and project issues to management in a timely manner to inform and engage the necessary resources to address the issueProvide mentorship to team members in areas of audit, assessment, technical review and writing. Interfaces with clients through entire engagement, interacting will all levels of client organizations. Establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders Continuous professional development in maintaining industry specific certifications. Maintains strong depth of knowledge in the practice area. Collaborates with project managers, quality management, sales and other delivery team members to drive customer satisfaction and meet project deliverables. Establishes account relationships and identifies upsell and cross sell opportunities and escalates to salesParticipation at conferences, blogs, white papers, speaking engagements, and other evangelical activities related to IT securityTravel typically 15-20%Ability to be successful in a remote environment. What You'll Bring5+ Years of IT security and compliance assessment experienceSecurity Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CCSFP, HCISPP, or CIPPBachelor's degree (four-year college or university) or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Degree preferably in Information Systems or Business.Subject matter expertise in the healthcare industry, including proven experience working with the HITRUST Common Security Framework (CSF), as well as the HIPAA Security and Privacy Rules. Working knowledge of IT security frameworks and regulations such as NIST, ISO, CSF, HIPAA, HITECH, HITRUST and Security Breach NotificationSolid understanding of IT Risk Assessment methodologies either quantitative or qualitative or bothA solid understanding of IT security technologies including network and application security, firewalls, access management, and data protectionExperience and knowledge of Healthcare operations, common applications and business processesExperience assessing IT security threats, vulnerabilities and IT Security audit proceduresExperience and success in delivering client engagements on-time and within budgetStrong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain technical matters to a non-technical audienceStrong Consulting skills; ability to advise and challenge the status quo while building strong relationshipsAbility to build high-trust relationship and credibility quicklyAbility to lead projects successfully and delegate up and acrossStrong attention to detail Strong problem solving, decision making, organizational and analytical skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives/projects. Ability to be self-driven and have strong independent initiative. Strong excel skills with ability to develop worksheets with complex formulas Ability to facilitate meetings to small or large groupsDiplomatic and broad mindedBonus PointsExperience assessing security vulnerabilities using other frameworks such as PCI-DSS, FedRAMP, ISO, SOC, etc.Why You’ll Want to Join Us
At Coalfire, you’ll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In many cases, we provide a flexible work model that empowers you to choose when and where you’ll work most effectively – whether you’re at home or an office.
Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more. And you’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support membership, and comprehensive insurance options.
At Coalfire, equal opportunity and pay equity is integral to the way we do business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Coalfire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, our Human Resources team at HumanResourcesMB@coalfire.com.