Security Consultant Jobs in California

A Security Consultant is a professional expert who safeguards a company's value by identifying security risks, developing secure systems, and implementing measures to protect against data breaches, cyber attacks, and other threats. Their tasks often include conducting security audits, developing security protocols, training staff, defining access privileges, and monitoring security violations. They also provide advice on the latest technology and procedures to optimize security and reduce risks. Some specific skills required for this job include risk management, computer forensics, ethical hacking, and knowledge of laws and regulations related to information security.

Prior to becoming a Security Consultant, one might have held roles such as a Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, or Information Security Analyst. These positions provide a solid foundation in understanding system vulnerabilities and ways to combat potential threats. Essential certifications for a Security Consultant may include Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). These certifications demonstrate a high level of expertise and commitment to staying updated on latest security trends.

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Badging Specialist

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 12 days ago

Evaluate site information, occurrences, and incidents and communicate information to the security management team and appropriate site personnel....

Logistics Protection Security & Risk Manager

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Volt is immediately hiring for a Logistics Protection Security & Risk Manager in Plano, TX or Santa Ana, CA Perks: Relocation is available to either Plano, TX or Santa Ana, CA. Wellness program...

Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Analyst

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 13 hours ago

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space...

Security Analyst / Contract / Onsite / San Francisco, CA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Our client, the leader in the SaaS Identity space has an outstanding contract Security Analyst opportunity to join their dynamic team. This is an onsite role located in San Francisco, CA. We seek...

Facilities/Safety/Security Coordinator Telework Hybrid

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

and Duties This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento. Under direction of the Staff Services Manager I, serves as the Legal Affairs Division (LAD) Facilities Coordinator...

Remote Work

Principal / Sr. Principal Industrial Security Analyst (DOD Skill NEW

  • Redondo Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Principal / Sr. Principal Industrial Security Analyst (DOD Skill Northrop Grumman Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Redondo Beach, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:...

Principal Industrial Security Analyst / Sr. Principal Industrial NEW

  • Redondo Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Principal Industrial Security Analyst / Sr. Principal Industrial Northrop Grumman Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Redondo Beach, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:...

Principal Security Advisor

  • CA
  • 1 day ago
  • CA
  • 1 day ago

Get to know Okta Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology-anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet...

Remote Work

Engineer III - Security Analyst

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 2 days ago

forensic tools, public/private/hybrid cloud infrastructure, identity and access management systems, and physical security systems. 2....

Senior Security Consultant

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

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Security Analyst, Product Security Engineering, Cloud CISO

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 days ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 2 years of experience in security engineering, security operations, vulnerability management, incident management,...

Principal Strategic Security Consultant, Mandiant, Google Cloud

  • Columbia, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, CA
  • 2 days ago

About the job As a Mandiant Strategic Security Consultant, you will lead and support projects on behalf of clients that assess, test, or build their security programs....

Principal Cyber Security Consultant

  • CA
  • 3 days ago
  • CA
  • 3 days ago

Principal Cyber Security ConsultantLocation: Remote in the United KingdomPurpose, objectives, and requirements of the role: The BlueVoyant Principal Security Consultant leads and manages Cyber Security...

On-Site GSOC Analyst - Physical Security

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago

** Metro One is looking for a highly qualified GSOC Analyst experienced in physical security to execute the various core functions of the GSOC....

Sr. Industrial Security Analyst (MDSO)

  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 4 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Own all SAP, SCI, and collateral security aspects within a fast-paced SCIF/SAPF environment Support the physical security program/infrastructure, to include CUA's, CONOPS, OPSEC plans...

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Security Consultant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Learn the process of network security, including intrusion detection, evidence collection, network auditing, and contingency planning against attacks. In this course, you will examine the various...
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Salary for Security Consultant Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Security Consultants in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.5%
Master's Degree
16.4%
High School or GED
15.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Some College
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.4%
Some High School
0.7%


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