Sr. Network Security Architect

TekWissen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is looking for a Sr. Network Security Architect to design and implement security systems while mentoring team members. The role requires excellent knowledge in securing open-source platforms, conducting vulnerability analyses, and preparing security reports. This remote position involves evaluating network technologies and providing technical support. Ideal candidates should be proactive about their job knowledge and stay updated on emerging security practices.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge in designing security around open source platforms.
• Ability to mentor less experienced team members.
• Experience in conducting system security and vulnerability analyses.

Responsibilities

• Design security systems for various network types.
• Implement and monitor security systems and enhancements.
• Prepare system security reports based on data analysis.

Skills

Designing security around open source platforms

Mentoring team members

Conducting system security and vulnerability analyses

Planning delivery of solutions

Preparing cost estimates

Tools

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

VPNs

Public key infrastructures

Job description

TekWissen provides a unique portfolio of innovative capabilities that seamlessly combines clients insights, strategy, design, software engineering and systems integration. Our tightly integrated offerings are tailored to each clients requirements and span the services spectrum from Application Development/Maintenance, testing, IT Consulting & staffing for IT Infrastructure Management through strategic consulting and industry oriented Business Process. Our end-to-end Business Process as a Service (BPaaS) solutions support complex, high-value, knowledge based work. Combining applications, platforms, infrastructure, knowledge processes, and domain expertise allows us to deliver greater efficiencies and innovative business capabilities.

Job Description

Sr. Network Security Architect

Remote – will be able to travel

Responsibilities

• Excellent knowledge in designing security around open source platforms
• Enhances security team accomplishments and competence by planning delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members.
• Determines security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; researching information security standards; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; studying architecture/platform; identifying integration issues; preparing cost estimates.
• Plans security systems by evaluating network and security technologies; developing requirements for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), routers, firewalls, and related security and network devices; designs public key infrastructures (PKIs), including use of certification authorities (CAs) and digital signatures as well as hardware and software; adhering to industry standards.
• Implements security systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and equipment; directing equipment and software installation and calibration; preparing preventive and reactive measures; creating, transmitting, and maintaining keys; providing technical support; completing documentation.
• Verifies security systems by developing and implementing test scripts.
• Upgrades security systems by monitoring security environment; identifying security gaps; evaluating and implementing enhancements.
• Prepares system security reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging security practices and standards; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.