Information Security Architect

Information Security Architect (Information Security Architecture, IT Risks, Cyber Security, Networks, security protocols, cryptography, cloud & on-prem infrastructure, security frameworks and standards) in Lincolnshire, IL
7 to 10 years of Experience
POSITION: Information Security Architect (Information Security Architecture, IT Risks, Cyber Security, Networks, security protocols, cryptography, cloud & on-prem infrastructure, security frameworks and standards)
LOCATION: Lincolnshire, IL
SALARY: Excellent Compensation with benefits Interview Travel 401K
DURATION: Full-Time Onsite
TRAVEL: Less Than 20%
SKILLS: Information Security Architecture, IT Risks, Cyber Security, Networks, security protocols, cryptography, cloud & on-prem infrastructure, security frameworks and standards
DESCRIPTION:

• We currently have a great opportunity available with our highly reputed client for an Information Security Architect to be based in Lincolnshire, IL.
• This position is responsible for ensuring the requirements necessary to protect all aspects of the organization are addressed through design, implementation, and oversight of corporate security program.
• Responsibilities will include reviewing the current security environment, recommending enhancements, identifying areas of weakness as well as ongoing testing and assessment, investigations and forensics.
• This position will require the ability to work effectively with a variety of teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand, document, and develop the organization s security architecture and systems security for a hybrid infrastructure with multi-level security requirements.
• Research, design, build, and support resilient enterprise-class security systems aligned with business requirements and technology strategy.
• Collaborate with teams throughout the organization (architects, IT operations, development, management, etc) to evaluate systems for risks/gaps in security architecture to design/develop and support robust security architectures and mitigation plans.
• Set accountability for cybersecurity standards and ensures integration with IT architecture frameworks supporting application products that are aligned with the IT roadmap.
• Work with stakeholders across the organization to ensure cybersecurity standards and best practices are followed
• Monitor and ensure adherence to implemented policies, processes, and control strategies for the information security program across several business units, including third-party development teams and executes manual processes to support the program s operational state.
• Conduct regular testing and analysis of systems security to ensure efficacy of and compliance with technical and administrative controls.
• Assist with investigations and analysis of security incidents and provides thorough post-event analyses
• Regularly communicate security needs and priorities to appropriate teams and management.
• Stay up to date with evolving threats and technologies to ensure appropriate actions are taken in line with risk management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree or 8 years required experience in IT and Information Security which may include experience in the Armed Forces. Bachelor s degree with a specialization in computer science or cybersecurity preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, networks and computer operating software
• Advanced understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security
• Experience with cloud and on-prem infrastructure
• Experience documenting, designing, and implementing security solutions
• Process improvement and design experience as well as working knowledge of security frameworks and standards (FedRAMP, FDA, HIPAA, NIST, ISO, HITRUST)
• Must have strong customer facing skills and a professional approach
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with core team members and customers daily
• Ability to communicate highly complex technical information clearly for all levels and audiences
• High level of curiosity and critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions which align with business objectives
• Security research testing abilities
• Comfortable working on a team
• Great communication and interpersonal skills

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