Security Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CTG is seeking to fill a Security Consultant opening for our client in Phoenix, AZ.

Location : Phoenix, AZ

Duration : Ongoing Contract

Duties :

Provide expert guidance on security architecture, governance, and compliance across applications, cloud, and data platforms.

Design and implement security controls and best practices to protect enterprise systems, applications, and data.

Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and operations teams to integrate security into software development and deployment processes.

Assess security risks, perform vulnerability assessments, and recommend mitigation strategies.

Ensure alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

Automate security processes and develop tools / scripts to streamline security monitoring and enforcement.

Contribute to secure design reviews, code reviews, and threat modeling.

Support incident response activities, root cause analysis, and remediation planning.

Document and communicate security requirements, policies, and procedures effectively.

Skills :

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or comparable experience; advanced degree preferred.

Knowledge of regulatory compliance and security standards.

Knowledge of Application Development & Security.

Knowledge of Data Engineering.

Knowledge of Cloud Security Management.

Knowledge of Data Privacy & Protection (DPP, GDPR).

Knowledge of Data Security Management.

Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automating security tasks.

Knowledge of distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, NoSQL, and relational databases.

Strong familiarity with core tools used in application planning, analysis, development, testing, and maintenance.

Experience in application design and software development.

Knowledge of event-driven architecture and messaging (Kafka, web hooks, asynchronous API design preferred).

Experience in object-oriented design and coding with a variety of programming languages.

Experience in Agile software development methodologies and practices such as Scrum / Kanban.

Experience in automation testing and documentation (automated, functional, and performance).

Familiarity with Testing Frameworks (Unit testing, Regression Testing).

Experience with Java 8+, Spring Suite Framework preferred.

Experience with Python, Django framework preferred.

Experience with React JS, Node JS, Go-lang preferred.

Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, and cloud deployment.

Experience :

Proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing security solutions in enterprise environments.

Hands-on experience in software development, cloud platforms, and security engineering.

Strong background in secure coding practices, DevSecOps, and automated security testing.

Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional Agile teams.

Education :

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field required.

Advanced degree preferred.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply :

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Anisha Muralidhar at Anisha.Muralidhar@ctg.com . Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!