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Joshua M.

vCISO | (CISSP) SOC 2 & Compliance | Secure AI & Automation Architect

CISSP-certified cybersecurity consultant specializing in SOC 2, vCISO advisory, security program development, and secure AI deployment for SaaS and cloud-based organizations. I help companies strengthen their security posture, meet compliance requirements, and build scalable, audit-ready controls while safely integrating emerging AI technologies into their environments. With experience supporting startups, mid-market, and enterprise organizations, I provide practical guidance that balances real-world constraints with industry best practices. My work includes SOC 2 readiness and Type II support, AI governance strategy, secure AI architecture reviews, policy development, vendor risk management, vulnerability analysis, and ongoing fractional CISO leadership. In addition to advisory services, I design and implement AI-powered automation workflows using LLMs and tools such as n8n to streamline compliance operations, security monitoring, and business processes. I ensure automation is implemented securely, with proper data controls, risk management, and regulatory alignment. I focus on clarity, efficiency, and actionable outcomes. Whether you need help preparing for an audit, operationalizing AI securely, automating internal workflows, responding to customer security questionnaires, or building a mature security program from the ground up, I provide expert guidance tailored to your environment and growth stage. Let’s secure and scale your business the right way.

🇺🇸North Providence, United States$125/hr100% JSSSince Dec 2020

Earnings and projects

MRR
$1.7k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#26,962 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#5,545 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $10k

Total earnings
$45k

Billed in all: $47k

World#83,281 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#14,888 / 62.1k
Per project
$6.4k

$2.1k in the last 6 months

World#27,014 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#4,466 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
5

Across 6 contracts

17% fixed83% hourly
World#41,747 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#5,872 / 62.1k
Projects in all
7

Across 8 contracts

13% fixed87% hourly
World#236,191 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#33,699 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$47kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$46.5k$47.0k$47.5k$48.0kOct 9Oct 24Nov 8

Skill rankings: Top 7% in Information Technology

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