Strong Communication Skills Archer Bachelors Degree Consultant

Consultant – Information Security
• NIST 800-53
• POA&M / CAP – Remote (Columbia, SC)

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Consultant to support DIS's statewide information security program. This 12‑month contract role is 100% remote with occasional on‑site visits.

• Support agencies in developing and implementing information security programs, providing direct tactical assistance.
• Develop and track agency information security implementation plans.
• Conduct interviews with administrators, managers, and third parties to aid in development of program artifacts.
• Ensure high‑level assessments of agencies' infosec work to monitor progress.
• Provide high‑level analysis of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with state standards.
• Interview business and technical owners to determine agency policies and procedures.
• Document information gathered during interviews and document reviews to assist with formal process and procedure development.
• Assess agency documentation to ensure adequate compliance with controls.

• 10+ years of experience in Information Security and Compliance.
• 2+ years of experience with security audits based on a standard control set as an auditor or Responding Information System Security Officer.
• Strong working knowledge of NIST 800-53 (at least 2 years).
• Prior experience with POA&M or CAP.
• Excellent communication skills.
• 3+ years of experience using a GRC tool such as Archer or a similar platform.

• Completion of an information security plan or System Security Plan (SSP) notebook.
• Ability to manage multiple infosec work efforts simultaneously.
• Knowledge of IRS 1075, HIPAA, CJIS, MARS‑E, and/or PCI‑DSS.
• Government sector experience.

• Ability to identify, map, and re‑engineer business processes.
• Strong schedule management and resource planning skills.
• Capacity to work at a high volume and fast pace.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

• CISA, GSLC, or equivalent certification.

Call 502‑379‑4456 Ext 100 for more details.

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