Sr InfoSec Architect

Molina Healthcare; Davenport (IA); Remote; USD 88,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Security Architect to lead the design and enforcement of security controls across cloud and network environments. This pivotal role involves conducting security assessments, developing policies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Azure cloud security and a passion for technology. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers a remote work environment, allowing you to influence enterprise-wide security strategies and work with cutting-edge technologies.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package

Remote Work Environment

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 6+ years in security architecture, cloud security, or network security.
• Deep expertise in Azure cloud security and containerization.

Responsibilities

• Perform security assessments for network changes and cloud service onboarding.
• Design and enforce security controls for applications and infrastructure.

Skills

Azure Cloud Security

Network Security

Security Assessments

Programming/Scripting

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Cybersecurity Certification

Tools

SIEM

EDR

CSPM

Terraform

Job description

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Job Summary
The Senior Security Architect will be a key leader in designing, evaluating, and enforcing security controls across our enterprise cloud and network environments. This role will focus on security reviews, network change assessments, cloud security architecture, and policy development, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology and security, along with deep expertise in Azure cloud security, network security technologies, and reviewing cloud-based platforms and integrations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Security & Network Change Reviews:
   • Perform security assessments for network changes, including Azure NSG, Firewall, micro-segmentation, cloud resource firewalls (Azure, OCI), SD-WAN, network integrations, acquisitions, and new site builds.
   • Review and approve security tool configurations (SIEM, SASE, EDR, CSPM).
   • Assess cloud service onboarding (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) for security risks.
   • Evaluate internal application & cloud deployments for security compliance.
2. Security Architecture & Design
   • Define security requirements for cloud (Azure and M365) and hybrid environments.
   • Design and enforce security controls for applications, data, and infrastructure.
   • Review third-party integrations for security risks.
   • Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, DevOps, and Engineering teams to embed security into design.
   • Assess security risks in AI/ML models, LLMs, and generative AI deployments.
   • Implement security controls for Microsoft 365 (M365) environments, including Defender, Purview, DLP, Conditional Access, email security, SharePoint, and Teams security configurations.
   • Ensure secure integration between services (e.g., Azure OpenAI) and enterprise data.
   • Review third-party integrations (API, data pipelines) for exposure points.
   • Evaluate container service onboarding for legacy systems migrating to containers and native deployments.
   • Design compensating controls for legacy systems with unaddressed gaps.
   • Perform security gap analysis & risk mitigation, including identifying identity security vulnerabilities in cloud, network, AI/ML deployments, M365 environments, and new implementations, and develop actionable recommendations.
3. Policy & Standards Development
   • Update and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and baselines.
   • Ensure compliance with industry frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001), standards (PCI DSS), and regulations (HIPAA/HITECH, state regulations).
   • Advise Legal, Procurement, and Risk teams on security requirements for vendor contracts.
4. Collaboration & Advisory
   • Work with cross-functional teams to align security with business goals.
   • Provide security guidance for all of Molina’s technologies.
   • Mentor junior security team members.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years in security architecture, cloud security, or network security.
• Deep expertise in Azure cloud security (OCI/GCP is a plus).
• Deep understanding of containerization.
• Experience with firewalls, NSGs, SD-WAN, micro-segmentation, CSPM, IAM, Zero Trust, Microsoft 365 security, container security, and migrations.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001), standards (PCI DSS), and regulations (HIPAA/HITECH).
• Experience reviewing security tools (SIEM, EDR, DLP).
• Proficient in at least one programming or scripting language such as Java, Python, .NET, JavaScript, or C++.
• Experience with scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or Bash.

Preferred Qualifications

• AI/ML security experience (securing LLMs, generative AI, model governance).
• Databricks security experience (Unity Catalog, access controls, encryption).
• Certifications such as Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500), CISSP, CCSP, SABSA.
• Experience with DevSecOps & Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM/Bicep).

Soft Skills & Work Style

• Strong communication & stakeholder collaboration skills.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and adhere to documented processes and SLAs.
• Stay current with changing security technologies.
• Ability to translate technical risks to business leaders.
• Collaborative mindset – works well with engineering, legal, and architecture teams.

Why Join Us?

• Influence enterprise-wide security strategy.
• Work with cutting-edge cloud & data security technologies.
• Remote work environment.

To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

Pay Range: $88,453 - $206,981 / ANNUAL

Actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, education, and skill level.