Security Risk Assessment Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Description
We are seeking a Senior AI Security Risk Assessment Consultant to help establish and operationalize our client's organization's enterprise AI Security Risk Assessment Methodology. This role will lead execution of AI security risk assessments across AI technologies, business use cases, and third-party AI providers while helping mature overall AI governance capabilities.
The consultant will support the development of repeatable AI security assessment processes aligned to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) and existing cybersecurity risk management practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct security-focused AI risk assessments for enterprise AI initiatives.
- Develop and operationalize the client' AI Security Risk Assessment Methodology.
- Evaluate risks associated with: Generative AI platforms, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI Agents, Third-Party AI Providers, Open Source Models, Model Supply Chains
- Assess threats including: Prompt Injection, Data Leakage, Model Poisoning, Training Data Exposure, Unauthorized Data Access, Insecure AI Integrations, AI-Enabled Cyber Threats
- Define AI risk scoring criteria and evaluation standards.
- Facilitate AI security review workshops with Security, Architecture, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, and Technology partners.
- Support AI-related Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ) efforts.
- Produce findings, executive summaries, mitigation recommendations, and remediation requirements.
- Align AI risk assessments with the client's cybersecurity governance framework and existing risk management processes.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Technology Risk, or Cyber Risk Management.
- Experience performing security risk assessments and control evaluations.
- Knowledge of Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, and emerging AI security risks.
- Experience working within regulated environments.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Insurance or Financial Services experience.
Experience with:
NIST AI RMF
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
MITRE ATLAS
AI Threat Modeling
AI Red Teaming
Third-Party Risk Management
Certifications:
CISSP
CRISC
CGRC
CISA
AIGP
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.