Technical Security Consultant

Prairie Consulting Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an IT Security / Technology Consultant for a contract role in Chicago, IL. The position involves partnering with Information Security teams to design secure solutions and advising cross-functional teams on security principles. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years in IT with a significant focus on security, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a strong grasp of cloud architectures. High visibility and collaboration are integral to this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT, with 3+ years in Security.
• Strong understanding of security principles & authorization.
• Excellent communication & analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Information Security teams to design secure, scalable solutions.
• Act as an SME and advisor to cross-functional teams.
• Translate technical designs into business-friendly language.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of cloud architectures

Adaptability

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Love solving complex security problems and influencing real business decisions? This one’s for you.

Now Hiring: IT Security / Technology Consultant (Contract) – Chicago, IL

We’re hiring a Security-focused IT professional for a contract role with one of our direct banking clients in Chicago. This role offers exposure to modern technologies, close collaboration with InfoSec teams, and high visibility across the business.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with Information Security teams to design secure, scalable solutions
• Act as an SME and advisor to cross-functional teams
• Translate technical designs into business-friendly language
• Work with metrics and reporting teams

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years in IT, with 3+ years in Security
• Strong understanding of security principles & authorization
• Knowledge of cloud architectures
• Excellent communication & analytical skills
• Tech-savvy, adaptable, and collaborative

Interested? Apply or message me directly!