Junior Consultant

Summary: Clearwater is a consulting firm that focuses on providing cybersecurity advisory services, particularly in the healthcare sector. They are seeking a Junior Consultant to work alongside experienced consultants on various client engagements, helping to deliver project outcomes while developing technical capabilities and consulting skills. Responsibilities: - Serve as a deployable junior resource across multiple concurrent or sequential client engagements, working under the direction of senior consultants and project leads - Support engagement teams in delivering client work, including: - Assisting with risk assessments, gap analyses, and vulnerability evaluations - Gathering evidence, conducting research, and helping document findings against industry frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, HIPAA Security Rule, etc.) - Drafting sections of client deliverables, reports, policies, and procedures for senior review - Helping prepare presentations and communicate findings to client stakeholders - Collaborate with project teams and client contacts in a professional, responsive, and detail-oriented manner - Apply AI and generative AI tools thoughtfully to accelerate research, documentation, and analysis while upholding quality and confidentiality standards - Take ownership of your professional development by pursuing certifications, training, and feedback from mentors - Stay current on evolving threat landscapes, regulatory requirements, and security best practices Required Qualifications: - Foundational knowledge across core cybersecurity domains such as risk management, compliance, network security, identity and access management, and security operations — gained through coursework, internships, labs, capstone projects, or relevant work experience - Familiarity with at least one major security framework (e.g., NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or HIPAA Security Rule) - Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience), completed within the past 12 months - Comfort using AI and generative AI tools to research, draft, and accelerate work — and good judgment about when and how to apply them appropriately - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and adjust your message for different audiences - High degree of adaptability and willingness to transition quickly between assignments, teams, and client environments - Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a desire to grow into a trusted client advisor - Eligibility to obtain an entry-level industry certification within the first 6–12 months of employment, such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), or equivalent (preference given to candidates who already hold one) - Ability to embrace Clearwater's CLEAR core values (Commitment to Client Success, Lead with Accountability, Integrity & Collaboration, Excellence in All That We Do, Advance Colleague Success, Respect & Transparency) Preferred Qualifications: - Internship, co-op, or part-time experience in cybersecurity, IT, audit, compliance, or a related client-facing or analytical role - Exposure to the healthcare industry or familiarity with HIPAA/HITECH requirements, EHR/EMR systems, or healthcare network environments - Awareness of healthcare-specific frameworks such as HITRUST CSF or NIST SP 800-66 - Participation in cybersecurity clubs, hackathons, or open-source security projects Required Skills: Risk Management, Compliance, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Operations, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, HIPAA Security Rule, CompTIA Security+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, HITRUST CSF, HIPAA/HITECH, EHR/EMR Systems Benefits: Merit-based salary increases, Eligibility for our 401(k) plan, Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, Paid sick time