Security Architect & IT Security Senior Specialist (Remote)

State of Washington; Washington; Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/telework flexibility

Up to 25 vacation days/year

8 hours paid sick leave/month

12 paid holidays/year

Generous retirement plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Assistance

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections seeks a Security Architect (IT Security Senior Specialist) to design and implement secure enterprise systems from cradle to grave. This role emphasizes cybersecurity controls and architecture governance across the department’s IT environment.

You will collaborate with state and federal partners to ensure security requirements, perform risk assessments, and guide stakeholders through secure lifecycle processes while supporting the agency’s mission for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals.
• Knowledge of how system components are installed, integrated, and optimized.
• Knowledge of industry-standard analysis principles and methods.
• Knowledge of network security architecture concepts including Defense-in-Depth.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME for security architecture, controls, and best practices across apps, info systems, and networks.
• Advise IT executives on cybersecurity requirements and lifecycle governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure design and implementation.
• Research emerging cybersecurity trends and vulnerabilities to strengthen defenses.

Skills

Security architecture

Cybersecurity

Network security

IT risk management

Security design review

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in computer science, information assurance or related field

Tools

Security certifications (DoD 8570-level-2)

IT security tools knowledge

Job description

Washington State Department of Corrections seeks a Security Architect (IT Security Senior Specialist) to design and implement secure enterprise systems from cradle to grave. This role emphasizes cybersecurity controls and architecture governance across the department’s IT environment.

You will collaborate with state and federal partners to ensure security requirements, perform risk assessments, and guide stakeholders through secure lifecycle processes while supporting the agency’s mission for