What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security Architect position at IZAR Associates Inc.?
Job Description
IT Security Architect
Location : Brooklyn, New York
HYBRID
35 hours per week
About Us :
IZAR Associates, Inc. is a leading IT services provider specializing in cutting-edge technology solutions. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and customized services to our clients, ensuring their success in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Join our dynamic team and help us shape the future of technology.
About the Role :
As an IT Security Architect , you will play a key role in developing and implementing strategic firewall security architecture aligned with business objectives. You will design NextGen firewall solutions, conduct security assessments, and provide expert guidance on mitigating risks. This role requires deep expertise in security frameworks, network and cloud security, encryption, and threat modeling. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise security, ensuring a robust and secure IT environment.
Requirements
At least 12 years of experience in information security and / or IT risk management with a focus on security, performance, and reliability.
Ability to interact with a broad cross-section of personnel to explain and enforce security measures.
Good working knowledge of current IT risks and experience implementing security solutions.
Provide expert information security architecture, leadership, and analytical guidance for technical framework.
Ensure technical design incorporate security and provide input into various enterprise architecture.
Assist Information Security Engineering team to evaluate and design security solutions such as NGFW, DNS / DNSSEC, Cisco ISE, proxy, cloud solution, and Data Loss prevention technology.
Conduct detailed security assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analyses to identify potential risks; propose and implement plans to mitigate these risks.
Security Architecture & Frameworks : Deep understanding of security architecture principles, including familiarity with frameworks like TOGAF, SABSA, NIST, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust Architecture.
Network Security : Proficiency in securing network infrastructures (firewalls, routers, switches) and protocols (SSL, TLS, IPsec, etc.).
Cloud Security : Knowledge of security in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), including best practices for securing cloud applications and data.
Encryption & Cryptography : Understanding of encryption techniques, key management, and cryptographic standards.
Identity & Access Management (IAM) : Expertise in implementing and managing IAM systems, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access controls (RBAC).
Threat Modeling & Risk Management : Ability to identify potential threats, model attacks, and design secure systems that minimize risk.
Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment : Familiarity with tools for detecting and assessing vulnerabilities and implementing fixes
Requirements
At least 12 years of experience in information security and / or IT risk management with a focus on security, performance, and reliability. - Ability to interact with a broad cross-section of personnel to explain and enforce security measures. - Good working knowledge of current IT risks and experience implementing security solutions. - Provide expert information security architecture, leadership, and analytical guidance for technical framework. - Ensure technical design incorporate security and provide input into various enterprise architecture. - Assist Information Security Engineering team to evaluate and design security solutions such as NGFW, DNS / DNSSEC, Cisco ISE, proxy, cloud solution, and Data Loss prevention technology. - Conduct detailed security assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analyses to identify potential risks; propose and implement plans to mitigate these risks. - Security Architecture & Frameworks : Deep understanding of security architecture principles, including familiarity with frameworks like TOGAF, SABSA, NIST, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust Architecture. - Network Security : Proficiency in securing network infrastructures (firewalls, routers, switches) and protocols (SSL, TLS, IPsec, etc.). - Cloud Security : Knowledge of security in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), including best practices for securing cloud applications and data. - Encryption & Cryptography : Understanding of encryption techniques, key management, and cryptographic standards. - Identity & Access Management (IAM) : Expertise in implementing and managing IAM systems, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access controls (RBAC). - Threat Modeling & Risk Management : Ability to identify potential threats, model attacks, and design secure systems that minimize risk. - Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment : Familiarity with tools for detecting and assessing vulnerabilities and implementing fixes.
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