Security Advisor

Job Summary

Security Advisor provides information security and privacy consulting and compliance services for campus-based organizations. The role is remote, requires minimal supervision, may involve 25‑50% travel, and focuses on gathering and analyzing customer data, performing gap analyses, preparing reports, recommending remediation steps, and supporting sales and marketing efforts.

• Consult onsite and remotely with customers to collect, review, and analyze data related to policies, business practices, network infrastructure, IT systems, and physical security as they relate to compliance requirements.
• Perform gap analyses of current environments, controls, and programs through interviews and physical assessments.
• Review application and service provider requirements to help meet information security and compliance objectives.
• Recommend remediation steps to achieve compliance objectives and assist customers with remediation activities.
• Review customer‑prepared documents and reports, providing feedback and ensuring accuracy or help with preparation of industry‑standard reporting obligations.
• Participate in sales calls as a subject matter expert, attend conferences, and prepare and deliver industry‑related presentations or webcasts.
• Travel as required (25‑50%).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or five years of experience in information security or privacy.
• At least one of the following industry‑recognized certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CIA, or GSNA.
• Understanding of NIST SP 800‑171, NIST CSF, ISO 27000, GLBA, GDPR, PCI DSS, and related frameworks.
• Knowledge of information systems, networks, security concepts, risk assessment, and modern technologies such as networking protocols, cloud computing, virtualization, and cybersecurity principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high‑quality deliverables.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Range: $110,000 – $125,000

Medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA; generous paid time off; 401(k) with student‑loan repayment; life and AD&D insurance; employee assistance program; employee stock purchase program; tuition reimbursement; performance‑based incentive pay; short‑ and long‑term disability; and a robust wellness program.

Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request accommodations. Nelnet is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free workplace.