MSP Security Consultant

Proactive Technology Management

. Serve as the trusted security advisor for MSP clients .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeFerndale • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in cybersecurity for small and mid-sized businesses, with a strong ability to assess risk and provide actionable recommendations. Proficient in designing and implementing security solutions while ensuring compliance with standards such as HIPAA and frameworks like NIST CSF.

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Cybersecurity ExpertiseRisk AssessmentSecurity Solution DesignClient CommunicationHIPAA Compliance

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityRisk AssessmentSecurity Solution DesignPolicy WritingSecurity Frameworks

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceClient CommunicationTechnical Translation

Tools & Technologies

Security Stack EvaluationImplementation Engineering

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMSecurity+CHPS

Industry Keywords

MSPHealthcare ComplianceNIST CSFCIS Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the trusted security advisor for MSP clients
Advise business owners and office managers by assessing risk and explaining actionable recommendations
Evaluate the security stack, understand product layering and overlap, and distinguish technical fact from vendor marketing
Build and price tiered security bundles for organizations ranging from 10-person offices to 500-person businesses
Design secure, usable, simple, and maintainable configurations
Work with the implementation engineer to ensure designed solutions are deployed correctly
Meet with clients remotely and on-site as needed
Work closely with Primaries and the implementation engineer

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years in IT, with at least 4 years focused on cybersecurity for small and mid-sized businesses
Experience recommending or designing security solutions for clients, ideally at an MSP or consultancy
A track record of explaining technical risk to non-technical decision-makers
Lives in or near metro Detroit and can attend occasional in-person client meetings
Above and beyond customer service
HIPAA compliance experience: risk assessments, security policies, or audit preparation for healthcare clients
Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+ or CHPS
Experience writing policies, procedures or standardized service offerings
Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST CSF or CIS Controls
Bachelor's degree
Loves talking to clients and can translate security into a value add versus just an increased cost
Thought leader on the correct way to bundle and layer security products
Streamline implementation of products
Monday - Friday schedule

Benefits

Comp & perks

Monthly check-ins and annual path planning
Defined path for career development and personal growth
Fun, team-based approach
Constantly learning new tech
Full Medical Benefits
2 Weeks Paid Vacation
Dental & vision insurance
401(k) matching