Cybersecurity Auditor

Robert Half is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Auditor to support  a client in an upcoming audit and strengthen our client’s cybersecurity documentation and compliance posture. This individual will lead the review, update, and alignment of cybersecurity and privacy policies, ensuring all materials meet NIST 800-53 (or similar) standards and reflect current operational best practices.

This is a strategic role requiring both hands-on policy expertise and the ability to provide high-level guidance across the organization.

Duration: Short-term

Location: 100% Remote – working PST hours

Pay rate: up to $80/hourly

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Preparation:

• Prepare for the upcoming partial audit scheduled for Q1 2026.
• Review and update all cybersecurity and privacy policies in alignment with NIST 800-53 or similar frameworks.
• Ensure compliance documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

Policy Review & Rewrite:

• Conduct a holistic assessment of current cybersecurity and privacy policies.
• Rewrite and modernize policies to improve clarity, quality, and alignment with current operations.
• Remove outdated references (e.g., former leader’s name) and ensure consistent formatting and tone across documentation.
• Align policies and SOPs with industry best practices and the organization’s current cybersecurity posture.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with internal teams to gather input, verify procedures, and ensure alignment across departments.
• Support knowledge sharing and help teams understand policy updates and expectations.
  

• Senior-level cybersecurity professional with proven experience in policy development and audit preparation.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, etc.).
• Hands-on experience preparing for audits and aligning policies to compliance standards.
• Excellent written communication and policy-writing skills.
• Ability to think strategically about risk while maintaining practical, balanced solutions.
• Certifications are not required, but relevant credentials (CISSP, CISM, etc.) are a plus.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience working with SIMGA or FedRAMP environments.
• Previous experience in a regulated or compliance-driven organization.

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