Cyber Security Engineer (Part-Time / Ongoing Contract Flexible Hours) Location: Remote (U.S. preferred) Engagement Type: Contract (Hourly Flexible Workload) Duration: Long-term (12+ months, ongoing extensions expected) Engagement Overview We are hiring a Cyber Security Engineer to support a university system through a flexible, ongoing consulting engagement . This role is structured as a bucket of hours model the client will allocate hours on an ongoing basis (not a guaranteed 40 hours/week), with consistent weekly work expected and a long-term roadmap of projects (1+ year) . This is ideal for a senior-level engineer or consultant looking for steady part-time work with flexibility . What This Role Looks Like Ongoing cybersecurity engineering support across a complex university IT environment Work will fluctuate week-to-week (estimated 10 30 hours/week , depending on priorities) Projects and initiatives will be assigned and executed incrementally Opportunity to expand scope as additional hours are purchased Key Responsibilities Secure Systems Architecture & Engineering Design and implement secure solutions across endpoints (Mac/Windows), networks, and cloud/on-prem systems Identify vulnerabilities and lead remediation efforts Evaluate system architecture for security, scalability, and performance Security Strategy, Standards & Compliance Improve security processes for data protection (storage, transmission, processing) Align systems with frameworks such as NIST, CIS, PCI-DSS, FTC Help mature the organization s overall security posture Incident Response & Advisory Support incident response efforts and investigations Collaborate with IT leadership and CIO stakeholders on resolution strategies Identity & Access Management (IAM) Assist with identity governance and access controls across systems Support both user and service account security strategies Continuous Improvement Provide ongoing recommendations on tools, threats, and best practices Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on cybersecurity initiatives Required Qualifications 4+ years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience Strong technical background across: Endpoint security (Mac & Windows) Networking and infrastructure security Cloud and on-prem environments Experience with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, PCI-DSS, etc.) Relevant certifications ( CISM, GCED, GCCC , or similar) Strong communication skills and ability to work independently Preferred Qualifications 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity Experience in higher education or large enterprise environments Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC2, ISO 27001, HIPAA) Advanced degree Engagement Details (Important) Flexible hourly engagement (no guaranteed 40 hrs/week) Consistent weekly work expected Long-term engagement (12+ months) Hours will increase/decrease based on project demand Must be comfortable working independently and managing workload Why This Opportunity Stands Out Long-term, stable consulting engagement Flexible schedule great for consultants balancing multiple clients High-impact work across an enterprise university system Opportunity to grow scope as the engagement expands
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