Cybersecurity Advisor

• Act as the primary security advisor for multiple clients, providing strategic guidance and oversight on all aspects of their cybersecurity programs.
• Develop and implement security strategies, policies, and procedures for varying client environments.
• Conduct operational risk assessments and develop risk management plans to address identified gaps and risks within complex environments.
• Design and advise on the implementation of secure architectures and solutions tailored to client needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique security challenges and providing tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with Abacus teams to translate assessment findings, penetration testing results, and technical risks into practical remediation roadmaps for clients.
• Prepare clear, client-ready documentation, including cybersecurity roadmaps, risk summaries, policy recommendations, executive updates, and remediation guidance tailored to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of vCISO services across multiple client environments, working with internal SMEs on complex strategic, regulatory, or technical matters as appropriate.
• Research and stay current on cybersecurity, privacy, and operational resilience requirements relevant to US financial services clients, including SEC, FINRA, and other client-specific regulatory frameworks.
• Serving as the designed Cloud Officer for vCISO clients with a requirement under CCSF.
• Occasional travel within the US to industry-specific conferences or major client meetings (less than 10% travel).

• Proven expertise on the administration, security, and configuration of Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
• Proven expertise in the realm of identity and access management (IAM) leveraging solutions such as Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and conditional access policies.
• Strong attention to detail and well organized.
• Excellent verbal communication and written communication skills, especially when communicating complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience advising on or reviewing security tools and controls such as endpoint detection and response, email security, data loss prevention, vulnerability management, identity governance, security awareness, logging/monitoring, and cloud security controls.
• Highly motivated to continuously learn and grow to remain on the bleeding edge of cybersecurity best practices from both a technological and regulatory perspective., * Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Development, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred., * 5+ years of progressive technology experience with a blend of technical knowledge and a customer-focused mindset including:
• 2+ years of technology leadership experience; demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor, coach, and develop individual contributors
• 3+ years of experience with major cloud hosting service providers, with focus on Azure or AWS
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to carry tasks and projects to completion

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, MS-500, MS-100 or AWS Certified Security Specialty or similar., * Value, integrity, and honesty above all else in a non-negotiable way
• Have a passion for the information security industry and helping people
• Capable of managing time efficiently and meeting deadlines with multiple concurrent projects
• Able to work within constraints and to challenge the status quo
• Ability to self-direct work, orient to action, and truly own the position
• Have a collaborative attitude and mindset with colleagues and team members
• Have the heart of a teacher with the ability to guide both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a collaborative way

The Benefits of Working for Abacus

• Exposure to a diverse array of technologies.
• Internal opportunities for career advancement.
• Part of a team of experienced technicians that aim to deliver exceptional service
• Competitive compensation.
• Robust benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and PTO.
• Opportunities to further technical education through online courses.
• Positive, friendly, and supportive office environment.
• Workplace perks including healthy snacks and team-building events.