Security Architect

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in temperature-controlled logistics is seeking a Security Architect to enhance their security posture. The role involves designing security solutions, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams to mitigate risks. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in security frameworks and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience with security solutions.
• Experience with software development and cloud architecture.
• Experience conducting penetration testing and security audits.

Responsibilities

• Design robust security solutions for cloud and on-premises applications.
• Conduct thorough security assessments and audits.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to implement security measures.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Risk Management

Threat Intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

NIST

ISO 27001

Secure SDLC

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• Collaborate with multiple teams to develop and determine the organization's security posture, contributing to the creation of security reference architectures and frameworks.
• Design robust security solutions for both cloud and on-premises applications, ensuring the highest level of protection.
• Conduct thorough security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend effective improvements.
• Collaborate closely with our IT and engineering teams to integrate and implement security measures into our systems and processes.
• Research, recommend, and oversee the installation of appropriate tools and/or countermeasures to improve information security posture and reduce risk.
• Work with software development partners and leaders to maintain and grow a secure software delivery pipeline.
• Design and implement the necessary Information Security architecture to mitigate threats as they emerge.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging security threats and technologies, proactively mitigating risks to maintain a secure environment.
• Build reference architectures and drives architectural security alignment across the enterprise.
• Conduct staff training on network and information security procedures and best practices.
• Align standards, frameworks, and security with overall business and technology strategies.
• Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats
• Research and recommend security enhancements and purchases.
• Contribute to the development of security policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Provide technical support and assist in incident response efforts to address security incidents effectively.
• Architect enterprise-wide security strategies and solutions, aligning them with business objectives.
• Promote the sharing of Information Security best practices across Americold environment to reduce costs and improve Information Security posture.
• Lead the development of policies, standards, and guidelines that direct the selection, development, implementation, and use of information technology within the enterprise.
• Work closely with the CISO and Director of Global Security Architecture to define the organization's security goals.
• Lead teams of diverse professionals in implementing large-scale security transformation initiatives.
• Influence product and service direction by providing expert security architecture input to leadership.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and vendors to stay ahead of security trends.
• Oversee the integration of security architecture into the organization's overall digital transformation strategy.
• Collaborate with the PMO to develop project plans, milestones, and deliverables for enterprise IT initiatives.
• Create documentation of the technical environment, associated security controls, and maintain architectural diagrams of control implementation.
  
  

Job Description

What you’ll Do

• Collaborate with multiple teams to develop and determine the organization's security posture, contributing to the creation of security reference architectures and frameworks.
• Design robust security solutions for both cloud and on-premises applications, ensuring the highest level of protection.
• Conduct thorough security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend effective improvements.
• Collaborate closely with our IT and engineering teams to integrate and implement security measures into our systems and processes.
• Research, recommend, and oversee the installation of appropriate tools and/or countermeasures to improve information security posture and reduce risk.
• Work with software development partners and leaders to maintain and grow a secure software delivery pipeline.
• Design and implement the necessary Information Security architecture to mitigate threats as they emerge.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging security threats and technologies, proactively mitigating risks to maintain a secure environment.
• Build reference architectures and drives architectural security alignment across the enterprise.
• Conduct staff training on network and information security procedures and best practices.
• Align standards, frameworks, and security with overall business and technology strategies.
• Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats
• Research and recommend security enhancements and purchases.
• Contribute to the development of security policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Provide technical support and assist in incident response efforts to address security incidents effectively.
• Architect enterprise-wide security strategies and solutions, aligning them with business objectives.
• Promote the sharing of Information Security best practices across Americold environment to reduce costs and improve Information Security posture.
• Lead the development of policies, standards, and guidelines that direct the selection, development, implementation, and use of information technology within the enterprise.
• Work closely with the CISO and Director of Global Security Architecture to define the organization's security goals.
• Lead teams of diverse professionals in implementing large-scale security transformation initiatives.
• Influence product and service direction by providing expert security architecture input to leadership.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and vendors to stay ahead of security trends.
• Oversee the integration of security architecture into the organization's overall digital transformation strategy.
• Collaborate with the PMO to develop project plans, milestones, and deliverables for enterprise IT initiatives.
• Create documentation of the technical environment, associated security controls, and maintain architectural diagrams of control implementation.
  
  

What Experience And Education You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7 years of experience with Architecture, Install and/or administration of security solutions
• Experience with software development, cloud architecture, vulnerability management, and risk management disciplines
• Experience with secure solution design, coding practices and secure SDLC
• Experience with information security concepts and frameworks (NIST, ISO, HITRUST, COBIT, etc)
• Experience with operating system security models and/or mechanisms
• Experience in threat modeling and weakness analysis
• Experience conducting and directing penetration testing and security audits
• Experience with Threat Intelligence tools
• Experience with scripting languages
• Experience implementing multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, identity management or related technologies
  
  

What Could Set You Apart

• Strong familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST and ISO 27001.
• Expertise in security technologies, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Preferred certifications include CISM or CISSP, although they are not required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in spaces with 55 inches of headroom
• Must be able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from 32 degrees Fahrenheit to minus 45 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
• Must tolerate heights up to 30 ft. and be able to access elevated products from inside safety cage
• May stand to rebuild pallets with products. Requires tolerance of standing posture up to 5 hours, over an 8-10-12 hour shift. Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able lift boxes of varying weights from 10 lbs. up to 55 lbs. from ground level to 80 inches in height and up 70 lbs. to 50 inches in height rebuilding pallets without assistance. Must be able to lift and carry product a distance of 6 ft. without mechanical assistance
• Wear clothing, boots, headgear and gloves that protect against the cold.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards/requirements.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Company makes reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

What We Offer

Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me? We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

About Us

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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