Dynamic Contracts & Legal Operations Paralegal with 20 + years of professional experience helping businesses, startups, and solo attorneys reduce risk and manage agreements with confidence. I bring corporate-level contract discipline to clients who need professional-grade work without attorney billing rates.
What I can help you with:
• Drafting a wide range of contracts, including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, client service agreements, licensing agreements, and many other contracts
• Contract review, redlining, and risk identification
• Paralegal overflow support for solo attorneys and small firms
• Contract templates, checklists, and document packages for ongoing business needs
• Ongoing contract administration support (retainer available)
Background: My experience spans the life sciences at Biocom California; post-closing M&A transaction support at Fortis Advisors; a decade of drafting, reviewing, and managing commercial agreements for transactional contracts at The UPS Store; and earlier roles in manufacturing, collectibles licensing, and commercial litigation. I hold a Paralegal Certificate from Southwest College and am California-compliant. I have worked directly alongside attorneys, business leaders, and cross-functional teams across complex commercial environments, drafting, redlining, negotiating, and managing contracts at every stage of the lifecycle.
I am not a licensed attorney and do not provide legal advice. Services are paralegal, document review, and preparation only. Attorney consultation recommended for legal guidance specific to your situation.
If you need precise, business-minded contract support from someone who has done this professionally for 20 + years, let's connect.
Risk Assessment
Contract Drafting
Contract Management
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Contract Negotiation
Contract Translation
Risk Management
Legal Drafting
Legal Agreement
Legal Assistance
Governance, Risk & Compliance Software
Compliance
Legal Documentation
Legal Terminology
Kashif Sohail A.
Sargodha, Pakistan
$35/hr
5.0
25 jobs
🥇 TOP 5% OUT OF 25,000,000+ Freelancers specialized in Cyber Security.
Simplifying Compliance for ISO 27001, ISO 9001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR & more !
Information Security | IT Compliance | Network Administration | Network Security | Solution Architecture| Network Administration | DevOps Engineering |Cloud Engineering
🔹 Cyber Security Specialist with 15+ Years of Experience in SOC 2, ISO 27001 Compliance, and Penetration Testing
🔹 Proven Expertise in Risk Assessment, Security Audits, and Threat Analysis
🔹 Secured 50+ Businesses across 12 Countries from Cyber Threats and Data Breaches
🔹 CEH, ECSA, CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, Fortify, Symantec
About Me:
Hi, I'm Kashif Abid, a Cyber Security Expert specializing in SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance, as well as penetration testing. With over 8 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry, I have worked with organizations worldwide to establish robust security frameworks and implement best practices to protect sensitive information. My goal is to help businesses achieve regulatory compliance, mitigate security risks, and stay resilient against evolving cyber threats.
We are a good match if you are:
✅ Busy developing your product or business and don’t have time and resources to be consumed by compliance efforts and endless meetings, halting your production for months
✅ Already purchased a DIY compliance tool (Drata, Vanta, Thoropass/HeyLaika, Sprinto, Tugboat Logic, SecureFrame, Strike Graph, Audit Board, Trust Cloud, and so on) but 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥 𝙤𝙧 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚.
✅ You quickly need quick security or privacy awareness training, cloud security posture assessment (AWS, GCP, Azure), endpoint security (MS 365 - Intune, Jumpcloud, Google Workspace), or penetration testing?
✅ Want to decrease your sale cycle by being compliant and having all the answers for the security and privacy questionnaires?
✅ Facing challenges with the security and privacy implications of AI products?
✅ Want continuous access to a certified, creditable security, compliance, and privacy professional to manage your security framework? -> Continous virtual CISO (vCISO / fractional CISO) service with affordable weekly payments!
✅ Need world-class, battle-proof security and privacy policies and you need it quickly? The kind of ones that have passed audits by KMPG, Deloitte, E&Y, Pepsi, Uber, Verizon, Philips, Facebook, and many others.
✅You want problems to be solved by the BEST
**Services
📌 SOC 2 & ISO 27001 Compliance Audits
📌 Penetration Testing (Network, Web, Mobile, API, and Cloud)
📌 Vulnerability Assessment & Management
📌 Risk Assessment & Security Audits
📌 Security Policy Development & Implementation
📌 Incident Response & Threat Intelligence
📌 Security Awareness Training
📌 Data Loss Prevention & Endpoint Security
📢 Client Reviews:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Kashif’s expertise in SOC 2 compliance helped us secure our systems efficiently and avoid costly downtime. His detailed audit report and recommendations were game-changers."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Highly recommend Kashif for cybersecurity needs! His penetration testing revealed critical vulnerabilities we were unaware of, allowing us to protect our data proactively."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Outstanding work! Kashif guided us through ISO 27001 certification, making the process seamless and informative. We now have a robust security system thanks to him."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Professional and reliable. Kashif’s risk assessment uncovered areas of improvement, and his actionable recommendations have strengthened our security posture tremendously."
About the Diginatives Security Team:
Quality over quantity. Excellent quality, on time, always. We only take on projects when we can deliver outstanding results. The team consists of (only) senior experts in AWS, Azure, GCP DevOps, SecOps, Penetration testing, Google Workspace, MS 365 Intune, AppSec, auditing, and compliance.
🚀 GRC Tools Partnership as MSP; Drata, Vanta, Secureframe, Thoropass, Tugboat Logic, Slite, Hyperproof, Sprinto, AuditBoard
🚀 Security questionnaire and vendor assessment tools:
CyberGRX, Panorays, KY3P (S&P, PWC), RSM, CyberVadis, SIG, SIG Lite, CAIQ, VAS, HECVAT, OneTrust, Graphite Connect, Centrl, Whistic, Process Unity
🚀Security/Compliance frameworks: ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF, TISAX, HIPAA, HITRUST CSF, GDPR, NERC, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, CMMC, CMMI, TX-RAMP, StateRAMP, AZ-RAMP, NY DFS 23 / NYCRR Part 500, PCI-DSS, FFIEC, C5, ENISA, Center of Information Security (CIS) CSAT, IRAP, PIPEDA, ISO 42001
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Ready to fortify your organization's cybersecurity and achieve peace of mind? Let’s conn
Risk Assessment
Penetration Testing
GDPR
Cybersecurity Management
Information Security
Certified Information Security Manager
Information Security Audit
SOC 2
AI Security
ISO 27001
Governance, Risk & Compliance Software
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
IT Compliance Audit
Security Testing
Web App Penetration Testing
Harbir R.
Huddersfield, United Kingdom
$70/hr
5.0
2 jobs
I’m a fintech Risk & Compliance professional with experience across leading regulated organisations including Revolut, Deloitte, EY and Santander. I have received 5 star client feedback for FCA compliance and regulatory consulting engagements, with clients highlighting my professionalism, communication and practical, risk based approach.
I specialise in helping fintechs and growing businesses design, implement and strengthen risk and compliance frameworks in a practical and proportionate way, enabling organisations to meet regulatory expectations without unnecessary complexity.
My experience includes:
• Building risk and compliance frameworks from the ground up
• Designing and implementing compliance monitoring programmes
• Supporting FCA and regulatory alignment across multiple jurisdictions
• Advising on conduct risk, Consumer Duty and customer outcomes
• Developing risk reporting, KRIs and governance structures
• Third-party risk management and supplier oversight
• Data protection and GDPR (CIPP/E qualified)
• Internal audit, control reviews and audit readiness activities
• Policy development, governance frameworks and regulatory documentation
I take a pragmatic, business focused approach, identifying key risks quickly and providing clear, actionable recommendations that support compliance while enabling business growth.
If you need support with a compliance review, risk framework, governance programme, GDPR compliance or regulatory readiness initiative, I would be happy to help.
Risk Assessment
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Internal Auditing
FinTech
Compliance Testing
Internal Control
Policy Writing
Privacy
Privacy Impact Assessment
GDPR
Enterprise Risk Management
Data Protection
ISO 27001
Saif Ur R.
Lahore, Pakistan
$20/hr
4.9
503 jobs
🏆🎖️ Top Rated Plus Upwork Freelancer
👋 Hi, I’m Saif Ur Rehman, Certified ISO & HSE Consultant and Qualified Engineer with a strong reputation for delivering high-impact compliance solutions, Audit-ready documentation, and tailored ISO Management systems across diverse companies. With a passion for excellence and a deep understanding of International Standards, I help businesses achieve operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth through expertly crafted ISO, HSE, WHS, and risk management framework all documentation.
📌 My Services
📄 ISO Documentation, Gap Analysis, Implementation & Certification
✅ Manuals | Policies | QAQC docs | ITPs & ITCs | SOPs with templates | Flowcharts | Audit Checklists
✅ Internal/External Audits | Risk Registers | Gap Assessments
✅ Full IMS & ISMS compliance: QHSE + Information Security Management System
🛡️ HSE, ESG & Risk Management
✅ JSA | SWMS | RAMS | SDS | Incident Statistics
✅ Method Statements | HSE Plans | Technical Training | NDIS Compliance documentation
✅ WHS / OSHA / NEBOSH / GradIOSH-Compliant Support
📝 Technical & Research Writing
✅ Bidding Documents | Reports | Research Papers | Thesis
🎓 Certifications & Expertise
✅ ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System - QMS)
✅ ISO 27001:2022 (Information Security & Cyber Security - ISMS)
✅ ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System - EMS)
✅ ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety - OHS)
✅ ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices QMS
✅ ISO 22301:2019 (Business Continuity Management System - BCMS)
✅ ISO 17025:2017 (Laboratory Management System - LMS)
✅ ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management System - FSMS & HACCP Plans)
✅ ISO 31000:2018 (Risk Management)
✅ ISO 50001:2018 (Energy Management System – EnMS)
✅ ISO 41001:2018 (Facility Management System - FMS)
✅ ISO 20000:2018 (IT Service Management System – ITSMS)
✅ ISO 42001: 2023 (Artificial Intelligence Management System – AIMS)
✅ ISO 20121:2024 (Event Sustainability Management System - ESMS
✅ ISO 26000, 26030:2019 & 14064 GHG
✅ NVQ Level 6 GradIOSH Occupational Health & Safety
✅ NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)
✅ Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA)
✅ cGMP & FDA 21 CFR Part 820 & 111
✅ SOC 2 & HIPAA
🔷 Partnering with top certification bodies like ASIB, UKAF, UKAS, UAF, IAS, JAS-ANZ, and IAF. I help organisations achieve compliance, streamline operations, and meet global standards for long-term success.
🚀 Why Choose Me?
✨ Top Rated Plus – Trusted by global International clients
⏱️ Fast delivery – On-time & detail-focused
📈 Quality-driven – Customized & audit-ready documents
🌍 Industry-experienced – Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Pharma
📩 Let’s Collaborate!
I can perform quality projects. Feel free to contact me for more details.
SAIF UR REHMAN
Risk Assessment
Information Security
Internal Auditing
Workplace Safety & Health
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management
Quality Management System
Chemical Engineering
Quality Assurance
ISO 14001
ISO 9001
ISO 27001
Cybersecurity Management
Information Security Consultation
Environmental, Health & Safety Software
Management Consulting
AI Compliance
Quality Audit
Information Security Awareness
Safety Engineering
John M.
Bengaluru, India
$34/hr
5.0
48 jobs
🔢 As an Upwork Top 1% Expert Vetted 👑 OSCP, Certified Ethical Hacker and an Experienced Penetration Tester with 10+ years of experience Penetration Testing Web SaaS and Mobile based applications and networks, every flaw tells a story; I write the ending and specialize in helping my clients strengthen their cybersecurity defenses.
An average Cybersecurity Incident in your business can you cost you anywhere between $120,000+ to $1.24+ million and even a 10%+ reduction in risk can save your business nearly $124,000+ and hiring a full time in-house team can cost you $100,000+ per employee per year. That is why you need an expert like me to protect your business and reduce your business risk.
What makes me stand out from other freelancers is the fact that I am also a Cybersecurity Architect, capable of architecting solutions to enhance the security of your organisation and preserving the security and integrity of your data.
I have always been passionate about solving technical problems for my clients through Pen Testing and I don't rest till I get to the root of the problem and solve it.
What I can offer?
I can help you secure your business by providing the following services:
✅ Web Application Penetration Testing,
✅ Secure Source Code Analysis,
✅ Mobile Application Penetration Testing,
✅ Network Penetration Testing,
✅ Secure Architecture Review,
✅ API Security Testing,
✅ Secure Configuration Review,
✅ Secure Code Review,
✅ CASA Assessment,
✅ Red Team Assessment,
✅ Threat Modelling,
✅ Phishing Simulations & Assessment.
Why Choose Me?
🧑🏼💼 Client-Centric Approach: Your security is my top priority. I work closely with your team to understand your objectives and deliver tailored services that align with your business goals. Trust and transparency are the cornerstones of my practice, and I am committed to helping you navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity with confidence and achieve compliance.
📐 Comprehensive Security Assessments: I conduct detailed SOC Type 2 / ISO compliant evaluations to identify vulnerabilities in your network, applications, and infrastructure.
✂️ Tailored Solutions: Every organization is unique. I customize my approach to meet your specific security needs and industry standards.
🎬 Actionable Recommendations: Post-assessment, I provide clear, concise, and practical remediation steps to address identified vulnerabilities.
🔁 Ongoing Support: Cybersecurity is an ongoing process. I offer continuous support and re-assessment to ensure your defenses remain robust against evolving threats
🌏 Holistic Approach: I don't just patch vulnerabilities; I architect comprehensive security solutions that align with business goals. My focus extends beyond the technical to encompass risk management and organizational resilience.
🗨️ Collaborative Communicator: I bridge the gap between technical jargon and business language, fostering understanding across teams. Effective communication is key to successful security implementation.
🏫 Continuous Learning: The threat landscape evolves, and so do I. Whether it's a new attack vector or an emerging technology, count me in. Learning is my superpower.
🙋♂️ Key Skills:
✔️ Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment: I thrive on dissecting systems, identifying weaknesses, and recommending robust solutions. Armed with tools like Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, and Wireshark, I delve into web applications, networks, and APIs. But here's the twist—I don't stop at discovery; I offer a free retest after remediation to ensure vulnerabilities stay sealed.
✔️ Network Security: I've designed and implemented secure network architectures, ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and VPNs—my toolkit covers it all.
✔️ Cloud Security: Proficient in securing cloud environments especially Amazon Web Services (AWS) & Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). I stress-test cloud deployments ensuring they withstand real-world attacks.
✔️ Secure Coding Practices: I advocate for secure coding principles using tools like SonarQube and collaborate with development teams to build resilient applications. Prevention beats cure, every time.
⛏️Tools I Use
☑️ Penetration Testing: Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite Professional, Wireshark, SQLmap, Kali Linux
☑️ Programming & Scripting Skills: Python, Bash, PowerShell, JavaScript, Java and C#
☑️ Security Frameworks & Standards: OWASP, NIST, CASA, CIA Triad, PCI-DSS
🫱🏽🫲🏽 Let's Connect: Ready to enhance your business/organization's security? Let's chat! Reach out to me here on Upwork, and let's build a safer digital future together.
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🚫 No hacking service - I do not provide any hacking services, and I will not engage in any activities that involve gaining unauthorized access to any accounts, systems, or social media platforms. Requests for such services will be declined.
Risk Assessment
Penetration Testing
Network Penetration Testing
Security Testing
Security Assessment & Testing
Vulnerability Assessment
Information Security
Application Security
Web Application Security
Network Security
System Security
Web App Penetration Testing
Website Security
Black Box Testing
OWASP
M. Ammar A.
Karachi, Pakistan
$17/hr
5.0
96 jobs
✅ 14+ years of Experience
✅ ISO Consultant (9001:2015/27001:2022/FSSC/FDA/UL-94-181/Food/HACCP/CCP/PRP's)
✅ Proven Results in ISO 9001, 27001, 14001, 45001, 22000, FSSC, SQF, 14064, 14065, 21001, 42001, ISO 51001:2024
✅ISO 13485 and MDSAP-aligned Medical Device QMS readiness
✅ ISO AS9100D, EN9120 Specialist
✅ SOC 2 and CMMC Specialist
✅ CCPA/CPRA Compliance Specialist (Opt-Out Mechanisms, Data Sharing/Selling Controls)
✅ Legal and Regulatory Copywriter for Packaging Compliance
✅ Certified Quality Professional
✅ Secure SDLC & Privacy-by-Design Implementation
✅ ISO 14064-14065 Greenhouse Gas Emission (Certification & Accreditation)
✅ ISO 14064-1,14064-2,14064-3 (Verification and Validation)
✅ SAP S4/HANA QM Certified
✅ SQFI Implementation Expert
✅ Sustainability Data Management
✅ Internal Audit Expert
✅ Policy Writing
✅ SOP Specialist
✅ Company Policies and Procedures Manual
✅ Work Instruction & Checklist Draft Specialist
✅ FDA Regulations (Food, BRC, REACH, RoH)
✅ Data Visualization Expert
✅ Process Optimization Pro
✅ Process Mapping
✅ Document Control
✅ Manufacturing Data Specialist
✅ Virtual Assistance
✅ Operations & Process Structuring Consultant
⚡ Comprehensive Auditing: In-depth audits for ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) and ISO 27001 (Information Security Management Systems), ensuring compliance and identifying areas for improvement.
⚡ Customized Solutions: Tailored advice and strategies to meet your specific organizational needs, while aligning with international standards.
⚡ Continuous Improvement: Guidance on implementing best practices for ongoing quality and security enhancements.
⚡ Risk Management: Expert analysis and recommendations to mitigate risks, ensuring robust and resilient systems.
⚡ Training and Support: Providing staff training and support to understand and effectively implement ISO standards.
🚀Specialized Expertise🚀 in Quality Control, Assurance, and Audit Management across diverse sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, food, petrochemical, and automotive industries, I have consistently demonstrated leadership in achieving ISO 9001, BRC, ISO 27001, and ISO 14001 certifications. My proficiency extends to Data Visualization, where I leverage advanced techniques to drive insights and informed decision-making.
In addition to my certification leadership, I have successfully spearheaded process safety initiatives and optimized business processes. My adeptness in SAP implementation and Quality Management (QM) ensures seamless operations and adherence to best practices. Furthermore, I possess a strong track record in complaint handling and process optimization.
As an ISO Consultant and Writer, I am dedicated to crafting meticulous Policy & Procedure Documentation aligned with ISO standards, while ensuring full compliance with GDPR requirements. My commitment to excellence is evident in my punctual delivery and relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction, reinforced by consistently positive client feedback.
In all my endeavors, I priorities not only quality and efficiency but also the safeguarding of data protection and privacy, thereby fostering trust and confidence in every project undertaken.
ISO 9001
ISO 27001
ISO 14001
Quality Management System
Quality Assurance
Internal Auditing
Audition Preparation
Master Data Management
Quality Audit
Policy Writing
Procedure Development
Food Packaging
Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Environment & Green Technology
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