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The Principal Security Consultant will serve as a key advisor to clients, providing advanced security expertise to solve complex security challenges. This role requires deep knowledge across various security domains, strong leadership, and a strategic mindset. As a senior member of the consulting team, the Principal Security Consultant will lead high-profile engagements, mentor other security consultants, and contribute to the growth of the consulting practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Engagement & Advisory:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic security advice and guidance.

  • Lead security consulting engagements from planning to delivery, ensuring high-quality outcomes that align with client business objectives.

  • Develop comprehensive security strategies and risk management frameworks tailored to client needs.

  • Communicate complex security concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including C-level executives.

• Technical Expertise & Security Assessments:

  • Conduct detailed security assessments, including maturity assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, and risk assessments.

  • Lead red and blue team exercises to test and improve client defenses.

  • Advise on cloud, application, and infrastructure security strategies, including network architecture, identity and access management (IAM), and zero-trust implementations.

  • Provide expert guidance on incident response plans and assist clients in responding to cybersecurity incidents.

  • Provide guidance on alignment with popular cybersecurity control frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS CSC and COBIT.

• Incident Response:

  • Provide expert guidance during active incidents, helping clients investigate and mitigate threats.

  • Assist in post-incident analysis, advising on technical and process improvements to strengthen incident response capabilities.

  • Capture, analyze and document Indicators of Compromise

  • Collaborate with clients to continuously improve their incident response service through technical and procedural enhancements.

• Leadership & Mentoring:

  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level security consultants, fostering growth and development within the team.

  • Lead technical workshops and training sessions for internal teams and clients.

  • Contribute to the development of consulting methodologies and service offerings, ensuring that they remain cutting-edge and relevant to market trends.

• Evangelist & Thought Leadership:

  • Act as a security evangelist by writing technical blogs, whitepapers, and contributing to industry publications.

  • Participate in public speaking engagements, webinars, and conferences to promote best practices and showcase the company’s expertise.

  • Serve as a key thought leader by engaging with clients and the broader community on the latest cybersecurity trends.

• Lead Gen & Business Development:

  • Collaborate with Incident Response (IR) partners to conduct joint webinars and roundtable discussions (RRW) focused on security topics.

  • Develop and lead initiatives to generate new business opportunities, including client workshops and security awareness campaigns.

  • Contribute to sales efforts by helping scope and propose consulting services to potential clients.

  • Collaborate with sales and account management teams to identify and pursue new business opportunities.

  • Lead proposal development, scoping, and estimation for security consulting engagements.

  • Participate in industry conferences, webinars, and speaking engagements to represent the company’s thought leadership.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

  • Minimum of 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity consulting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

  • Experience working across a wide range of industries, with a focus on enterprise-level clients.

• Certifications (preferred):

  • GIAC, CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent certifications.

  • Specialized certifications in cloud security, network security, or specific security technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer).

• Technical Skills:

  • Advanced knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, etc.) and regulatory compliance requirements (GDPR, CCPA, PCI-DSS).

  • Deep experience in security architecture, network security, cloud security, endpoint protection, and encryption.

  • Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and integrating security into software development lifecycles.

  • Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms.

  • Cyber Risk Assessment and Management

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear, concise manner.

  • Excellent leadership and team collaboration skills.

  • Ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.

  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, with a proactive approach to security challenges.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) matching and retirement planning.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Flexible work environment, including remote work options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cohesity is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclosure Pursuant to Applicable State Equal Pay Transparency Laws - This position has a starting pay range as listed below. Actual salary depends upon many factors, including a candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, location, and salary expectations, and therefore a starting salary at the low end, high end, or even above the stated range may be offered. This position may also be eligible for bonus compensation, commission (if in a sales function), and/or equity grants. Additionally, full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits framework, including health and wellness benefits, vacation, paid holidays and refresh days, 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability insurance coverages, and other benefits the Company may offer from time to time.

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In-Office Expectations

Cohesity employees who are within a reasonable commute (e.g. within a forty-five (45) minute average travel time) work out of our core offices 2-3 days a week of their choosing.