Lead Cloud Security Engineer

IPSecure; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Unlimited vacation

Sick leave

Paid federal holidays

Education reimbursement program

401(k) with safe harbor match after 3月

Prepaid legal plan

Identity protection plan

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Job summary

IPSecure is seeking a Lead Cloud Security Architect to design and implement secure enterprise security architecture, including network boundary protections and automated compliance. The role focuses on cloud security, enterprise network security, and mission-critical operations, requiring strong architectural leadership and collaboration with engineering and program teams.

Responsibilities include developing security monitoring, supporting accreditation, and advocating for continuous security

Qualifications

• Eight+ years of cybersecurity engineering and security architecture experience.
• Professional cloud security certification (AWS Certified Security – Specialty or CCSP).
• Experience with network boundary technologies (F5 BIG-IP).
• Active Secret security clearance (minimum).
• Strong enterprise cybersecurity principles and risk management understanding.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain the security architecture across the enterprise.
• Develop and oversee security solutions to protect mission-critical systems and data.
• Architect and integrate security monitoring to enhance threat detection and incident response.

Skills

Cloud security

Security architecture

Zero Trust

Leadership

Education

AWS Certified Security – Specialty

CCSP

Tools

F5 BIG-IP

SIEM

SOAR

Job description

Lead Cloud Security Architect – Secret Clearance Required – Hybrid in San Antonio, TX

Job Description

IPSecure is seeking an experienced Lead Security Architect to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the security architecture. This individual will be responsible for developing and maintaining a secure enterprise environment through the implementation of network boundary protections, security monitoring capabilities, and automated compliance solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in cybersecurity architecture, cloud security, and enterprise network security technologies while supporting mission‑critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain the security architecture.
• Develop and oversee enterprise security solutions to protect mission‑critical systems and data.
• Design and implement network boundary protection technologies, including F5 BIG-IP and related security infrastructure.
• Architect and integrate security monitoring solutions to enhance threat detection and incident response.
• Develop and implement compliance automation capabilities to support cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and program stakeholders to ensure security is integrated throughout the system lifecycle.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend architectural improvements to strengthen the security posture.
• Support security assessments, accreditation activities, and continuous monitoring initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in cybersecurity engineering and security architecture.
• Current professional-level cloud security certification, such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
• Demonstrated experience with network boundary technologies, including F5 BIG‑IP.
• Active Secret security clearance (minimum required).
• Strong understanding of enterprise cybersecurity principles, secure architecture design, and risk management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing Zero Trust architectures.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF, NIST 800‑53, and DISA STIGs.
• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, and enterprise security monitoring platforms.
• Experience automating security and compliance processes using scripting or infrastructure‑as‑code tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical solutions to leadership.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Unlimited Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Federal Holidays, Education and Certification Reimbursement Program, 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor employer match after 3 months, Prepaid Legal Plan and Identity Protection Plan available, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available.

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