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How much do associate security consultant jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate security consultant in the United States is $80,827.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Security Consultant vs Security Analyst?

AspectAssociate Security ConsultantSecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP (entry-level), CEH (preferred)CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials, CISSP (entry-level)
Work EnvironmentClient-facing, consulting projects, security assessmentsMonitoring, incident response, vulnerability analysis
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, cybersecurity service providersIT departments, security operations centers (SOCs)

The Associate Security Consultant typically works on client-facing security assessments and consulting projects, focusing on advising organizations on security best practices. In contrast, a Security Analyst primarily monitors security systems, responds to incidents, and analyzes vulnerabilities within an organization. Both roles require similar certifications and often overlap in entry-level cybersecurity skills, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Security Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Security Consultant, you need a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk assessment, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field such as information security or computer science. Familiarity with tools like vulnerability scanners, SIEM platforms, and industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are important to effectively identify and mitigate security threats while clearly communicating risks and solutions to clients.

What does an Associate Security Consultant do?

An Associate Security Consultant assists organizations in identifying and mitigating security risks to their digital and physical assets. They typically support senior consultants by conducting vulnerability assessments, performing security audits, and helping to develop security policies and procedures. Their work also includes analyzing threats, preparing reports, and educating clients on best security practices. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in information security and is a stepping stone to more advanced consulting positions.

What types of projects and clients can an Associate Security Consultant expect to work with in their first year?

As an Associate Security Consultant, you’ll typically engage with a broad range of clients, including small businesses, large enterprises, and sometimes public sector organizations. Early projects often involve assisting with risk assessments, vulnerability testing, and supporting senior consultants with security audits. You’ll gain hands-on experience with various security tools and frameworks, while developing an understanding of different industry compliance standards. Collaboration is key; you’ll routinely work alongside IT teams, project managers, and other consultants to deliver actionable security recommendations.
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Senior Lead Information Security Consultant (AI)

Senior Lead Information Security Consultant (AI)

Capital One

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Act as an Information Security point of contact for a business function within the Card line of business.

  • Coordinate and execute proactive Information Security consulting to business and technology teams covering Infrastructure Security, Resiliency, Data Security, Network Architecture and Design, and User Access Management.

  • Leverage technical acumen to review architecture, provide risk mitigation solutions, and drive overall risk management.


Capital One rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 144 rated banks


Job description

Senior Lead Information Security Consultant (AI)

At Capital One, you will help consult on initiatives, programs, and projects to raise their game in Information Security. You are pragmatic and practical in your understanding of risk and security, but also willing to know when to pull in experts and escalate. You collaborate and innovate with other teams within Capital One to push the envelope. You are comfortable with Cloud Service technologies like Storage Services, Security & Access Control Management, Container Services, and API Implementation and Management. You are familiar with various Cloud computing models to include IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS along with their architectural differences. Security is essential to what we do here, from protecting our customers to our associates.

You will play a leading role in delivering product security advisory services for a fast moving project within a line of business portfolio, working closely with other professionals as required.You have the ability to lead complex problem solving in partnership with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment, driving results with critical impact. You will work with the other Information security consultants, business, technology and risk partners to achieve time sensitive goals and objectives in a secure manner with a heavy forward lean on modern software and technology architectures.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as an Information Security point of contact for a business function within the Card line of business

  • Coordinate and execute proactive Information Security consulting to the business and technology teams covering Infrastructure Security, Resiliency, Data Security, Network Architecture and Design, and User Access Management

  • Serve as an expert in Capital One's Information Security capabilities, solutions, policies, procedures and standards

  • Leverage strong technical acumen and be security SME reviewing architecture, providing risk mitigation solutions and driving overall risk management.

  • Partner closely with engineers, product managers, and other cross-functional partners to help break down complexity and organizational silos to problem solve.

  • Influence customers to leverage security capabilities and solutions to shift and integrate security to the left in the development processes

  • Escalate and manage cyber security risk

  • Provide ad hoc support on special Information Security hot topics for the business

  • Provide regular updates to executive leadership with your line of business on the overall Information Security health and risk environment

About You:

  • You have a desire to work in a very fast moving, forward leaning, and modern computing environment

  • You have experience in securing large-scale e-commerce platforms, with deep understanding of payments systems, customer data protection across high transaction environments ensuring protection of user data across internal and partner ecosystems.

  • You have a deep passion for Securing modern computing platforms

  • You have a strong desire to continually learn about new technologies

  • You possess strong conceptual thinking and communication skills

  • You are able to work well under minimal supervision

  • You are a demonstrated leader with team-oriented interpersonal skills and the ability to interface effectively with a broad range of people and roles, including upper management, IT leaders, and technology vendors

  • You maintain calmness and clarity of thought under pressure and ability to maintain confidentiality

  • You have a deep understanding of strategic business objectives and the ability to drive results toward those objectives

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification

  • At least 6 years of experience working in cybersecurity or information technology

  • At least 5 years of experience providing guidance and oversight of cybersecurity concepts

  • At least 5 years of experience performing security risk assessments and security architecture reviews

  • At least 5 years of experience with architecture, software design, networking, or cloud infrastructure

  • At least 4 years of experience with cloud security engineering

  • At least 1 year of experience in implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • 2+ years of experience evaluating AI technologies and integrations for security, privacy, and compliance risks, with knowledge of common AI attack vectors, model vulnerabilities, prompt injection, data leakage, model abuse, and supply chain risks

  • 7+ years of experience Application Security, Threat Modeling, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management

  • 5+ years of experience in securing a public cloud environment (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure)

  • 2+ years experience in e-commerce industry

  • 2+ years of experience building software utilizing public cloud (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure)

  • 1+ years of experience with securing Container services

  • 1+ years of experience with Splunk-Fu and Enterprise Monitoring experience

  • 1+ years of experience in a Financial services industry experience

  • 1+ years of experience with Offensive or Defensive Security techniques

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $229,900 - $262,400 for Sr Manager, Cyber Technical


Plano, TX: $209,000 - $238,500 for Sr Manager, Cyber Technical


Richmond, VA: $209,000 - $238,500 for Sr Manager, Cyber Technical









Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).


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