Security Advisor Consultant - 1099 Contract Role

Description

Type: Contract (1099 / hourly or project-based)
Location: Arizona (local presence preferred; hybrid/onsite as needed)
Hours: Variable based on project scope (part-time)
Compensation: Based on hours worked or fixed project deliverables
Travel: Minimal to moderate (client-dependent)

Role Overview

The Security Consultant (Contract) provides advisory, assessment, and program development services to organizations seeking to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. This role is part-time and project-based, focused on delivering high-impact security outcomes aligned to business needs, compliance requirements, and risk management priorities. The consultant works independently or alongside client leadership to design, implement, and mature cybersecurity programs, while ensuring measurable improvements in risk reduction and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver security assessments, risk evaluations, and gap analyses
• Design and implement cybersecurity programs aligned to business objectives
• Provide executive-level advisory and translate technical risk into business insights
• Build and mature incident response, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Support alignment with standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and HIPAA
• Develop actionable roadmaps and measurable security improvements
• Lead client discussions and ensure delivery quality and client satisfaction

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity, consulting, or security leadership roles
• Experience as Security Consultant, Architect, or CISO/vCISO
• Strong expertise in risk management, compliance, and security operations
• CISSP or equivalent certification preferred
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver results in client-facing environments

What Sets This Role Apart

Flexible, high-impact consulting work
Opportunity to operate at an executive advisory level
Focus on meaningful, outcome-driven security engagement

EEO Statement

GMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. GMI will consider candidates for employment on a case-by-case basis.