Vendor Cybersecurity Auditor

Position Title : Vendor Cybersecurity Auditor

Location : Austin, TX (Onsite with travel across Texas as needed)

Position Status : Full Time, 6-Month Contract (likely to extend)

Pay Rate : $50 / hr on W2

Position Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Vendor Cybersecurity Auditor to support a public sector client in Austin, TX . This role will focus on evaluating third-party vendors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and industry cybersecurity standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in vendor audits, third-party risk management, and security compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2 .

This is a high-visibility role requiring excellent communication skills to present findings to executives, coordinate remediation efforts, and partner with vendors and internal stakeholders. Occasional travel throughout Texas may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Review vendor contracts, SLAs, and security requirements for compliance with obligations.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of vendor cybersecurity controls against contractual and industry standards.
• Collect and analyze evidence including security policies, system configurations, logs, and access records.
• Conduct vendor personnel interviews to evaluate governance and operational security practices.
• Perform technical and administrative control testing to verify safeguards are in place.
• Identify gaps, risks, and deficiencies in vendor controls, and recommend corrective actions.
• Draft and deliver audit reports summarizing findings and risk assessments.
• Track remediation efforts, validate closure of findings, and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure vendor risks are addressed promptly.
• Travel across Texas may be required to conduct onsite vendor assessments.

Required Skills & Experience

Preferred Experience

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm-we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer , committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.