Cybersecurity Consultant

Location:
 Remote or Tallinn-based (Hybrid)

Type:
 Full-time / Part-time / Contract

Guardium is an elite cybersecurity advisory firm delivering world-class services to top Estonian and international enterprises. We combine strategic insight, operational excellence, and cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to help organizations thrive in a complex digital landscape.

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Consultant who can drive compliance, risk management, and advisory services with authority, precision, and strategic vision. This is an opportunity to work with high-impact clients, shape their security posture, and contribute to Guardium's thought leadership in cybersecurity.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead E-ITS and GDPR compliance audits for high-profile clients, ensuring adherence to national and international standards.
• Design, develop, and present risk assessments, remediation strategies, and governance frameworks that directly influence executive decision-making.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and board members, translating technical findings into actionable business insights.
• Deliver virtual CISO services, including strategic security planning, policy development, and program oversight.
• Conduct security workshops, tabletop exercises, and awareness programs to elevate organizational cyber maturity.
• Collaborate with Guardium's internal teams to develop and refine proprietary methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging threats, regulatory shifts, and cybersecurity innovations, providing thought leadership to clients and internal teams.
• Support incident response planning, digital forensics reviews, and post-incident remediation guidance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of compliance audits and advisory projects on time and within scope.
• Measurable improvement in client cybersecurity posture and regulatory adherence.
• High client satisfaction and repeat engagement metrics.
• Contribution to knowledge-sharing initiatives and internal methodology development.
• Effective communication of complex cybersecurity concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Required Experience & Background

• Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity consulting, audit, or advisory roles, preferably with exposure to international clients.
• Proven track record in E-ITS, GDPR, ISO 27001, and IT risk management.
• Hands-on experience with security frameworks, compliance audits, and remediation planning.
• Experience delivering strategic advice to executives and large organizational stakeholders.
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure, cloud environments, and enterprise security tools.
• Exposure to incident response, business continuity, and operational risk frameworks is highly valued.

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP, CISM, CISA (mandatory for senior consulting roles)
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor
• GDPR Practitioner or Certified Data Protection Officer (DPO)
• Additional certifications in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), risk management, or digital forensics

Technical & Language Requirements

• Fluent in Estonian and English (verbal and written).
• Strong technical understanding of SIEM, endpoint protection, firewalls, network protocols, encryption, and cloud security architectures.
• Comfortable with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and enterprise SaaS platforms.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Client-oriented with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to translate technical security risks into business impact for decision-makers.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and team collaboration skills.
• High adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and continuous learning mindset.

Why Guardium?

• Collaborate with elite Estonian and international enterprises, shaping their security and compliance strategy.
• Work in a dynamic, flexible, and forward-thinking environment that encourages innovation.
• Access to continuous professional development, certifications, and global best practices.
• Be part of a team recognized for strategic thought leadership, operational excellence, and client impact.
• Competitive remuneration, flexible work arrangements, and career progression opportunities.