What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security Architect 1 position at Stafford Gray?
This person will be working ONSITE in a full-time capacity in Detroit, MI. Remote work is not an option. Candidates must be currently local to the Detroit area in order to be considered.
Position Summary
As a critical member of the DPSCD’s Technology Infrastructure Team, the Information Security Engineer is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of security solutions, policies and standards for the District. The Information Security Engineer leads the assessment, development and implementation of technical plans and strategies to ensure optimal health and security of the District network and data center. This team member is also charged with identifying opportunities for improvement, expansion and innovation.
Position Job Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Enterprise Architect, the Information Security Engineer shall:
Essential Functions
This person will be working ONSITE in a full-time capacity in Detroit, MI. Remote work is not an option. Candidates must be currently local to the Detroit area in order to be considered.
Qualifications
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent work experience.
· Industry certifications, such as CISSP, CISA, GSEC, etc. (preferred)
Experience:
We are looking for talented people who are passionate about transforming Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) and making a significant difference in the lives of public school students, parents, principals, teachers, and central office employees.
· Five (2) years of experience in security engineering, technology or an architect role within a complex business environment
· Strong understanding of security tenets, such as encryption/key management, network design, access control and incident containment
· Knowledge of the intricacies related to NIST, FERPA, HIPAA, SOX, PCI and state privacy laws
- Experience in other parts of IT as an administrator or engineer in a non-security role
- Experience with hosted and cloud services, especially SaaS and PaaS, and the related security implications and control approaches
- Thorough understanding of risk management principles and processes
- Experience in policy/standard creation and acceptance
· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with all stakeholders
· Ability to think analytically and creatively
