Cybersecurity consultant for small remote-based nonprofit
About Us: We are a small, fully remote nonprofit organization focused on gender equity. Our team of 7 staff members are mostly part-time and work from home on personal devices. Our systems are built primarily on Google Workspace for Nonprofits. Our website security is managed by a third-party vendor. Role Overview: We are seeking a security consultant to help us assess our security posture and implement practical, common-sense policies for our remote team. The focus will be on email, app security, and staff practices - helping prevent phishing attacks, ensuring 2FA adoption, and establishing repeatable security processes appropriate for a small nonprofit. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct a security assessment tailored to a small, fully remote team. - Identify vulnerabilities in email, app access, and general device usage. - Develop and document clear, actionable security policies for staff. - Recommend and assist with implementation of best practices (e.g., 2FA, password management, phishing awareness). - Provide prioritized recommendations that balance security with usability for a small team. - Possibly design and deliver training and resources for non-technical staff. Qualifications: - Experience consulting for small nonprofits, small businesses, and/or fully remote teams. - Deep knowledge of Google Workspace security features and best practices. - Experience developing security policies, procedures, and staff training. - Ability to communicate technical concepts in plain language. - Familiarity with compliance or data protection requirements relevant to nonprofit data is a plus. Project Scope & Engagement: - One-time assessment with optional implementation support. - Flexible timeline, ideally starting April 20. - Expected project duration: 1-3 months. - Remote engagement; asynchronous collaboration supported. To Apply: Please provide a brief description of your relevant experience, examples of past work with small or remote teams, and a proposed approach for helping a nonprofit improve its security posture.