Sr. Information Protection/Security Architect

Saige Partners; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Sr. Information Protection/Security Architect to focus on data and network security in both on-prem and cloud environments. This contract role requires at least 5 years in information technology and a solid understanding of security architectures. You will collaborate with various teams to embed security considerations throughout the solution lifecycle and drive consistent adoption of security standards. Candidates must have professional certifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in information technology required.
• 1+ years’ experience in an information security architectural role or equivalent engineering experience.
• Strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Define security requirements and perform design assessments.
• Provide teams with guidance on remediation and mitigation.
• Collaborate with architecture, development, and product teams.

Skills

API security

identity and access management

data security

network security

Education

BA/BS degree in MIS/Computer Science or related degree

Professional Certification (e.g., CISSP)

Tools

AWS Cloud Security Certification

Azure Cloud Security Certification

CCSP

SANS GIAC Certification

Job description

Job Overview:

This is a generalist role with emphasis on areas such as data security, data access security, and network security across on-prem and cloud environments. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in a security architecture role, with demonstrated design experience and the ability to consult with business partners. The Security Architect collaborates extensively with architecture, development, product, and additional teams across the organization to embed security considerations throughout the solution lifecycle, from initial design to final deployment. This role will be responsible for defining security requirements, performing security design assessments, and providing teams with remediation and mitigation guidance and advice. Security Architects engage on strategic initiatives, programs, and projects throughout the enterprise including cloud, AI/ML, etc. This is the “force multiplier” role to help unblock teams and drive consistent adoption of standards.

This is a Contract role.

US Citizenship or greencard holder required/no visas

Skills you ideally bring to the table as a Sr. Information Protection/Security Architect (REMOTE) Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated depth in two or more security domains such as: API security, identity and access management, data security, network security, etc.
• 5+ years’ experience in information technology experience
• 1+ years’ experience in an information security architectural role or equivalent engineering experience; strong writing and communication skills expected.
• BA/BS degree in MIS/Computer Science or related degree required OR equivalent experience
• At least one Professional Certification such as:
  • SANS GIAC Certification(s) (if expired, candidate should be able to prove continuing education).
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • AWS Cloud Security Certification
  • Azure Cloud Security Certification
  • CCSP
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)