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FHR

Security Architect - Consultant 9309

New York, NY · Remote

$66.50 - $86/hr

W2 Only (No Subcontractors) Contract Duration: 12-Month Contract Our direct client is seeking an ... CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certification. Additional relevant certifications ...

FHR

Security Architect - Consultant 9309

East Rutherford, NJ · Remote

$66.50 - $86/hr

W2 Only (No Subcontractors) Contract Duration: 12-Month Contract Our direct client is seeking an ... CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certification. Additional relevant certifications ...

FHR

Security Architect - Consultant 9309

New York, NY · Remote

$66.50 - $86/hr

W2 Only (No Subcontractors) Contract Duration: 12-Month Contract Our direct client is seeking an ... CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certification. Additional relevant certifications ...

Socket.dev

Director Of Growth Sales

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$250 - $300/hr

Experience selling deals with an average contract value of $50K+, with C-level (CTO, CIO, CISO) as the primary ICP * Demonstrated success in SaaS B2B sales, selling technically complex products

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What is a CISO contract?

A CISO Contract job is a temporary or project-based role where a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is hired to oversee an organization's cybersecurity strategy, policies, and risk management. These roles are typically filled by experienced security professionals on a short-term or part-time basis, often for organizations that do not require a full-time CISO. Contract CISOs help businesses meet regulatory requirements, improve security posture, and manage cyber risks without the overhead of a permanent executive hire.

What does a CISO contract do?

As a CISO Contract, you are typically expected to quickly assess and strengthen an organization’s security posture, often leading risk assessments, designing security policies, and responding to compliance requirements. Your role may also include managing or mentoring cybersecurity teams, collaborating closely with IT, legal, and executive leadership, and overseeing incident response efforts. Contract CISOs must be able to deliver immediate value, adapt to varied environments, and communicate strategic security recommendations to diverse stakeholders. This dynamic role is ideal for professionals who enjoy solving complex challenges and can hit the ground running in new organizational settings.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a CISO contract?

To excel as a CISO Contract, you need deep experience in information security, risk management, and compliance, typically supported by a relevant degree and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA. Familiarity with security frameworks (such as NIST, ISO 27001), incident response tools, and governance platforms is often required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication are critical soft skills for influencing stakeholders and guiding teams. These abilities ensure that security measures align with business objectives and protect organizational assets against evolving threats.

What cities near Rye, NY are hiring for Ciso Contract jobs?

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Infographic showing various Ciso Contract job openings in Rye, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution.

Cybersecurity Architect - Risk Management

New York, NY • Remote

Mercor
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$80 - $90/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Cybersecurity Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $80–$90/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

  • Construct cybersecurity scenarios spanning security operations center monitoring, incident response and forensics, vulnerability management, and security architecture design.
  • Build tasks across security operations and threat detection, incident response and digital forensics, vulnerability and penetration testing, security architecture and engineering, and governance/risk/compliance.
  • Develop scenarios involving tools such as SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel), EDR tools (CrowdStrike), vulnerability scanners (Tenable, Qualys), and GRC platforms used at major enterprises.
  • Apply cybersecurity methodologies (threat modeling, incident response playbooks, risk assessment) to the standards track a world targets (US: NIST CSF, SOC 2; International: ISO 27001, NIS2), and produce reference incident reports, security assessments, architecture designs, and compliance documentation.
  • Author rubrics that distinguish authentic security judgment from generic textbook or certification-exam-level recall.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • 5+ years working as a security engineer or CISO at a major company or security firm (Mandiant, CrowdStrike, or an in-house CISO/security lead).
  • Direct ownership of incident response programs, security architecture, or compliance initiatives.
  • Fluency in security tooling, plus understanding of regulatory frameworks and the current threat landscape.

Preferred

  • A recognized professional credential is strongly preferred (CISSP, CISM, or an international equivalent); prior rubric or training authorship is a plus.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Upload resume
  • AI interview based on your resume
  • Submit form

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.