Lead Platform Security Architect: Cloud & Network Zero Trust

QuickCruit; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 173,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

QuickCruit is seeking a seasoned Security Architect to design and implement robust security solutions across on-prem and cloud environments. You will lead design efforts, collaborate with executives and IT, and translate strategic goals into concrete secure-by-design requirements.

The role emphasizes AWS and Palo Alto expertise to modernize cloud security, enforce Zero Trust principles, and guide enterprise-wide security programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 10+ years of security architecture or related experience.
• Experience with AWS and Palo Alto networks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery, and integration of security monitors and defensive capabilities.
• Translate executive vision into secure-by-design requirements for technology and processes.
• Develop security policies, architectures, and technical specifications using best practices.
• Act as the security architecture voice for strategic initiatives and adoption programs.

Skills

Security Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud Security

AWS

Palo Alto

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

QuickCruit is seeking a seasoned Security Architect to design and implement robust security solutions across on-prem and cloud environments. You will lead design efforts, collaborate with executives and IT, and translate strategic goals into concrete secure-by-design requirements.

The role emphasizes AWS and Palo Alto expertise to modernize cloud security, enforce Zero Trust principles, and guide enterprise-wide security programs.