Security Architect

Experis; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm is seeking an Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead to drive strategic security initiatives. This fully remote role requires strong leadership in security architecture and engineering, with deep expertise in cloud security, network security, and application security. Candidates should have over 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $62.07/hr on a 12-month W2 contract.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security architecture and engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in cloud security, network security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of security principles and enterprise architecture.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic guidance and leadership for security architecture and engineering functions.
• Develops and implements the data security strategy in collaboration with the team.
• Sets the cybersecurity architecture strategy in conjunction with the enterprise architect.

Skills

Security architecture and engineering

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Network security

Application security

Security-by-Design principles

Secure SDLC methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

Tools

CISSP

CCSP

TOGAF

Job description

Job Title: Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead

Location: Irvine, CA. Fully Remote Work Model

Duration: 12 Month W2 Contract

Pay Range: $62.07 / hr

Role Summary

The Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering Lead provides strategic guidance and direct leadership for the security architecture, cloud, and engineering functions at MNAO. This role is responsible for driving the strategic vision for secure systems and ensuring security is a foundational element in MNAO’s technology stack.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic guidance and direct leadership for the Security Architect, Security Engineer, and AppSec Analyst DAST roles.
• Develops and implements MNAO's data security strategy in collaboration with the data security team.
• Sets the cybersecurity architecture strategy for MNAO in conjunction with MNAO's Enterprise Architect.
• Ensures new architectures and engineering initiatives are inherently resilient and recoverable (Resilience and Recoverability in Design).
• Ensures MNAO's cybersecurity strategy is built with Global Mazda team considerations.
• Interfaces with MNAO's key infrastructure, platform, and application development teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in security architecture and engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of Security-by-Design principles and enterprise architecture.
• Experience with secure SDLC methodologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or TOGAF.

Reports to : Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

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