Outsourced Consultant – Information Security & Risk Management

About the role

Sentinel Africa Consulting Limited is seeking a contract‑based Remote Outsourced Consultant to deliver tailored solutions across its core service areas: Information Security, Data Privacy, Business Continuity Management, and Enterprise Risk Management. You will work directly with clients to understand their unique challenges and embed sustainable improvement processes.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse client environments and conduct comprehensive risk assessments.
• Design, customise and implement security, privacy, continuity and risk management strategies.
• Integrate solutions with existing client systems and ensure successful adoption.
• Provide advisory services on compliance, ISO27001/ISO27701 implementation and data protection regulations.
• Develop and deliver workshops, training sessions and capacity‑building programmes.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and manage project timelines.

Required profile

• Proven experience conducting risk assessments and implementing information‑security frameworks.
• Familiarity with ISO27001, ISO27701 and GDPR or similar data‑privacy regulations.
• Expertise in business continuity planning and enterprise risk management.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and client‑facing abilities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and project‑management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, information systems, risk management or a related field; relevant certifications are a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Required skills

• ISO27001
• ISO27701
• GDPR
• Risk assessment methodologies
• Business continuity planning
• Enterprise risk management