Technology Cloud Security Architect

Cooley LLP; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Cooley LLP is seeking a Technology Cloud Security Architect to join its Security team in a hybrid environment. The role emphasizes building secure cloud architectures across major platforms, threat mitigation, and risk reduction while collaborating with cloud architects and security professionals.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of cloud security experience, strong knowledge of Azure and AWS, and familiarity with CSA, NIST CSF, and cyber security best practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years direct applicable experience in cloud architecture security.
• Experience with Azure and AWS.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or computer information systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive security architecture framework.
• Architect, design, prioritize, coordinate, and communicate security technologies for cloud.
• Perform and participate in risk and security assessments and the security solutions lifecycle.
• Develop incident response strategies and coordinate responses to breaches.
• Provide security guidance across the SDLC, including architectural reviews.
• Contribute to cloud security R&D and evaluate new tools for security capabilities.
• Stay up to date with security trends to enhance the organization’s posture.

Skills

Cloud security

Azure

AWS

GCP

WAF

DLP

CI/CD

SDLC

CISSP

CISM

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or CIS

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

Technology Cloud Security Architect Cooley is seeking a Technology Cloud Security Architect to join the Security team.

About Cooley

Cooley is a global law firm with an expansive practice and more than 3,000 employees and partners worldwide. We value and celebrate diverse perspectives and strive to create a workplace where every individual can thrive. At the core of Cooley’s success is the exceptional talent and unwavering spirit of our people. We embrace individuality while fostering a ‘one-firm’ culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Our people are the foundation of our success and the driving force behind everything we do.

Hybrid Schedule Philosophy

Hybrid Schedule Philosophy: As part of the Cooley culture, we recognize and appreciate the value of being together, in person, to build comradery with others in the office and to be a contributing member of the Cooley office. However, we also appreciate the benefits and flexibility that come from remote working. As such, the default assumption for employees and partners is a hybrid schedule: some in-office presence and some work from home days absent certain essential in-office roles that require five (5) days/week in-office.

Position Summary

Position Summary: Cooley Technology embraces a culture of customer service excellence, and all members of the department are expected to move this agenda forward. To that end, the Technology Cloud Security Architect is expected to recognize that the Cooley Technology department is a service organization first and foremost and will be evaluated on this requirement equal in importance to the technical or operational responsibilities outlined later in this document. The Technology Cloud Security Architect will work to maintain and monitor the security practices and systems implemented by the Firm within our cloud environments. The Technology Cloud Security Architect will proactively identify and mitigate cyber threats to minimize architectural and operational risk. This role requires a deep understanding of advanced cloud architectures, threat detection techniques, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other security professionals and other Cloud Architects on the Technology Infrastructure and Development Operations team. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive security architecture framework that aligns to the enterprise architecture strategy and the organizations strategic objectives
• Architect, design, prioritize, coordinate, and communicate the security technologies necessary to ensure a highly secure yet usable computing environment in the Cloud
• Develop and implement architectural reference patterns to direct the selection, development, deployment, and utilization of Technology systems across the organization
• Perform and participate in risk and security assessments, follow and enhance the security solutions lifecycle (evaluation, purchase, build, technical policy configuration, integration into Cloud environments, and run)
• Develop strategies to handle security incidents and coordinating responses to security breaches
• Recommend and coordinate implementation of identity and access management controls for cloud services
• Provide security guidance across the system development life cycle, including security architectural reviews
• Contribute to the development and implementation of security technology solutions for complicated and more complex environments and architecture
• Analyze business impact and exposure based on emerging security threats, vulnerabilities and risks, and recommend technologies and solutions to mitigate them
• Ensure that cloud-based systems meet industry security standards and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to Cloud security solutions R&D to evaluate the latest cutting-edge tools against unfilled strategic security capabilities to drive business priorities
• Act as a subject matter expert on the implementation and capabilities of existing security controls
• Provide direction and thought leadership to enterprise-wide initiatives applying security principles such as access control, encryption, and host security as well as state of the art and emerging technologies such as cloud computing, mobile computing, and next generation architecture
• Identify the need for new security technology solutions; design, review and collaborate on the deployment of new solutions
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in security technologies, including mitigation strategies, threats, tools, attack vectors, and preventative measures, to enhance the organization security posture
• Work closely with other technology architects and engineers to ensure security is properly represented in their technology domains and integrated into their project planning to ensure consistency and compatibility
• Actively communicate with stakeholders to drive awareness and understanding of security architecture roadmaps and directions
• Providing training and guidance on cloud security best practices to Technology staff and other employees
• Required to participate in a 7x24 on-call rotation
• All other duties as assigned or required

Skills and experience

Required: After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required Ability to travel, as required 3+ years direct applicable experience (e.g., cloud architecture security) Extensive knowledge and experience with the configuration of security controls and secure migration of enterprise applications to one of the major cloud providers such as Azure (preferred) and AWS Extensive knowledge and experience with developing Cloud Security Frameworks using industry best practices such as those from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) and NIST CSF Experience with implementing security tools and architecture in Cloud environments such as: Access Controls Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Secure SDLC and Software Security Firewalls Anti-malware and anomaly detection controls Data encryption in transit and at rest Network security Monitoring Experience with a formal requirements definition Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer information systems Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and NIST Cyber Security Framework Familiarity with common security controls in the enterprise (Firewall, Proxy, AV, SIEM, etc.) Experience with incident response procedures Extensive knowledge and understanding of security issues, techniques, and implications across multiple computer platforms Demonstrated experience leading and developing others by providing technical guidance and leadership to project teams Solid knowledge and understanding of security regulations and best practices such as the ISO 27000 family of standards. Solid knowledge and understanding of systems development life cycle (SDLC). Demonstrated experience translating business requirements into architectural deliverables and technical specifications Demonstrated experience communicating technical information to business clients and less experienced technologists CISSP, CISM or equivalent Experience with CI/CD pipelines Cloud Architecture and/or Cloud Security Certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP) Cloud Security Alliance (CCSP, CCSK) (ISC)2 Additional security certifications Competencies: Exceptional customer service skills Excellent analytical, problem-solving, customer service, project management and communication skills Goal-oriented Proven track record of excellent decision making, integrity and working with Technology management, business professionals Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical and user documentation Strong organizational skills Ability to work independently and under high pressure with tight schedules and deadlines Ability to interact well with all levels of business professionals Excellent active listening skills Flexible and patient with process development/execution and adherence to instruct project management practices Capable of grasping new concepts quickly and without prior experience Detail-oriented Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced environment Ability to interact and coordinate with several teams to achieve objectives Ability to solve problems independently and simultaneously, effectively managing multiple tasks Professional demeanor at all times

Benefits and Pay

Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices.

The expected annual pay range for this position with a full-time schedule is $120,000 - $175,000.

EOE.

• We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits.
• In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 21 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year.
• We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits.