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United Software Group Inc

Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Consultant

Remote

Louisville, United states

Junior

Freelance

16-01-2026

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Communication Prioritization Problem-solving Risk Assessment Organization

Job Specifications

Job Title: Cyber Security Risk Assessment Consultant

Location : Louisville, KY (100% remote work accepted from anywhere in US; however we’d prefer EST and CST based resources)

Duration : 12+ Months Contract

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Job Description:

Must have experience with:

Cyber security risk assessment and treatment for Third Parties.

Standards: ISO, SOC2

Framework: HITRUST

Platform: OneTrust

This role will conduct cyber security risk assessment and treatment on Third Parties for third party cyber risks. The role will be responsible for evaluating vendor responses, supporting documentation and evidence, reporting, and presenting the review for closure. The work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.

The role will be required to understand the department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas. Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.

The role will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following tasks:

Conduct cyber security risk treatment for Third Parties to client or its subsidiaries.
Provide recommendations to reduce vendor risk and follow-up to ensure remediation plans are timely, effective, and appropriately implemented
Report engagement status and results, both verbally and in writing, to management
Review and analyze technologies, processes, documentation, and data to identify any gaps in the effectiveness of TPM cybersecurity controls and operations
Presenting information, updates, results, etc. to associates and leaders
AI risk remediation will be a key focus

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field
Proficient understanding of – and experience with – audit, regulatory requirements, and standards (SOC2, ISO, HITRUST), and other related standards and certification processes required
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in IT audit, compliance, and/or IT security
Strong ability to assess urgency and prioritization and make good decisions based upon situational circumstances
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence others
Analytical and problem-solving skills

Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

About the Company

Welcome to USG - Pioneering IT & Engineering solutions provider. Nurturing legacy of 22 years, USG has grown into a global powerhouse, distinguished for its expertise in Information Technology. As a leading IT & Engineering Solutions company, we've cultivated diversified revenue streams and a reputation for excellence. We are an Minority Business Enterprise with focus on diversity and inclusion, proudly serving Global Clients in Banking, Financial, Insurance, Manufacturing, Engineering, Healthcare, Transportation, Communicat... Know more