vCISO & Privacy Advisory Consultant

📋 Description Lead client engagements on cybersecurity strategy, privacy compliance, and security maturity Develop and support privacy programs aligned with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, SOC 2 Privacy, ISO 27701. Deliver virtual CISO advisory with roadmaps, risk mitigation, governance guidance, and incident Advise on security controls, data protection architecture, and compliance across cloud, network Assist in creating/refining security policies, procedures, and technical docs. Support discovery, scoping, and SME input for client engagements. 🎯 Requirements 5+ years IT experience with 3+ years in vCISO advisory/cybersecurity consulting focusing on privacy. Required certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CISA. Preferred: IAPP credentials (CIPP/US, CIPM), ISO 27701 Lead Auditor, QSA, or similar audits. Strong understanding of GDPR, GDPR/CCPA/CPRA, and related data protection requirements. Deep knowledge of security controls, risk management, and privacy-by-design. Experience advising on frameworks like PCI DSS, CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST, HITRUST, SOC 2. 🎁 Benefits Competitive compensation: $70 - $90/hour. Fully remote work model within the United States. Flexible 1099, part-time, project-based engagement structure. Minimal travel with a remote-first approach. Collaborate with diverse clients across industries and cybersecurity frameworks. Exposure to complex privacy, compliance, and security challenges.