Information Security Architect

eTeam; Kentucky; Remote; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Information Security Architect to enhance their security posture. In this role, you will analyze and design security programs, develop policies, and implement security technologies. Collaborating with various teams, you will ensure adherence to best practices and mitigate risks effectively. This opportunity allows you to leverage your expertise in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will significantly impact the organization's security framework. If you are passionate about information security and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information security architecture and implementation.
• Strong background in developing security policies and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design security programs, aligning with industry best practices.
• Develop incident response plans and conduct post-incident analysis.

Skills

Security Program Development

Security Policy Management

Risk Assessment

Security Architecture Development

Incident Response

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Advanced degree in Information Security

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion Detection Systems

Endpoint Protection

Encryption Tools

Job description

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Base pay range

$47.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Job Title: Information Security Architect
Job Location: Remote
Job Duration: 6+ months

Required Experience

Security Program Development:

• Analyze the current state of the Division's security program and design future states, creating a roadmap for implementation.
• Develop a business case and key performance indicators (KPIs) and socialize the security program within the Division.

Security Policy Management:

• Assess, manage, and improve security policies and procedures to align with industry best practices and organizational objectives.
• Advise on security decisions and direction based on the Division's vision and mission.

Collaboration and Strategy Development:

• Collaborate with other Division Architects and the Security Operations Manager to develop global security strategies based on industry best practices.

Security Architecture Development:

• Develop and maintain a security architecture process aligned with business and technology drivers.
• Create security strategy plans and roadmaps based on enterprise architecture practices.

Security Standards and Procedures:

• Draft security procedures and standards for executive management approval or authorization by the Cabinet CISO.
• Determine baseline security configuration standards for operating systems, network segmentation, and identity and access management.

Risk Assessment and Response:

• Perform risk assessments, advise on risk response strategies, and identify security issues from system integration.
• Conduct or facilitate threat modeling of services and applications to mitigate associated risks.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Coordinate with DevOps teams to advocate secure coding practices and escalate concerns about poor coding practices.
• Liaise with privacy and compliance officers to document data flows of sensitive information and recommend appropriate controls.

Security Operations Support:

• Support internal security controls testing and validation as directed by the CISO or internal audit team.
• Review security technologies, tools, and services and recommend their use based on security metrics.

Security Infrastructure Implementation:

• Evaluate, select, and implement security technologies, tools, and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Configure and deploy security infrastructure components such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, encryption, and authentication mechanisms.

Incident Response and Forensics:

• Develop incident response plans and procedures to mitigate security incidents effectively.
• Conduct post-incident analysis and forensic investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.

Security Awareness and Training:

• Develop and deliver security awareness training programs to educate employees on security risks and best practices.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to staff regarding security-related inquiries and concerns.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in information security architecture, design, and implementation.
• Candidates with one or more of the following certifications are a plus: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), or other relevant certifications preferred.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting