IT Security Architect - Hybrid

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Job description

Job Description:

As an IT Security Architect, you will be responsible for producing a comprehensive body of work for the Enterprise Architecture Program, analyzing business needs, and developing appropriate technology deliverables such as briefs, patterns, reports, data models, and high-level risk assessments. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring that the organization's security architecture aligns with its strategic goals and complies with applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Document processes and create narrative/executive summaries

Develop business-focused documentation suitable for a range of technical understanding

Provide insights into Security Architecture and IT Governance approaches and implementation methodologies

Research and deliver written guidance on alignment with security policies and standards

Conduct Security Compliance and Control Evaluation, Risk analysis, and exception documentation

Collaborate with business areas and cross-functional Enterprise Architects to understand business needs and provide strategic consultation on data security and risk-averse implementation

Partner with architects and technical team members to develop roadmaps and strategies that support agency KPIs

Design and implement Enterprise Security/technology patterns

Research and share findings on architecture governance, controls, and peer review processes related to platform technology, security, and cloud

Required Skills, Experiences, Education, and Competencies:

Experience in information security and IT risk management, focusing on security, performance, and reliability

Significant experience in reviewing proposed changes and projects for alignment with state and federal security standards/regulations

Proven track record in developing, utilizing, and presenting information security architecture policies, standards, and procedures

Familiarity with Information Security Frameworks such as NIST-800 series and Cybersecurity Framework, COBIT

Experience monitoring IT environments for compliance with information security architecture policies and standards

Technical experience in two or more areas: Cloud-based technologies, Identity & Access Management, Vulnerability Management, firewalls, computer forensic techniques, databases, collaboration tools, web and mail services

Ability to provide security direction for future designs, information security capabilities, and strategic technology alternatives

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a broad cross-section of personnel, including management and external entities such as consultants and service providers

Experience in a fast-paced environment and the capacity to acquire new skills to meet customer needs

Thorough understanding of customer priorities and the business criticality of platforms, applications, and services

The hourly range for roles of this nature are $60.00 to $80.00/hr. Rates are heavily dependent on skills, experience, location, and industry.

cyberThink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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