Information Security Architect

Information Security Architect (EMS 2)

WaTech: A great place to work!

As a Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) leader, you will have a unique opportunity to help advance the latest IT technologies and practices used by state government to meet the needs of Washingtonians. Through teamwork, partnership and collaboration WaTech works to transform public service through a connected government.

About the position

The Information Security Architect is a member of the Security Engineering team with WaTech’s Office of Cybersecurity. This position reports to the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Security Engineering. 

As an Information Security Architect, you will apply your technical expertise to architect and solve complex, high-risk enterprise security issues that could impact the state’s ability to provide mission-critical services to citizens and businesses, and protect the data collected and maintained by the state. This position works to sustain public trust in these systems by assuring they are well-architected and adequately secured, meeting or exceeding state and federal regulatory requirements.

Some of what to expect with this role:

• Architect, design, document, provide guidance and maintain the state’s enterprise security architecture including the infrastructure, integration, and secure operation to support and enable the state’s mission-critical services.
• Analyze requests and information from internal and external sources to identify, architect or recommend solutions
• Develop information security solutions and strategies to meet and exceed short- and long-term business goals and objectives as well as other architectural requirements of WaTech and state agency systems.
• Identify and address security gaps and deficiencies within the enterprise.
• Provide security guidance and consultative services to WaTech and agencies.
• Ensure compliance with the State Information Technology Security Policies and Standards industry best practices, laws and regulations such as PCI, CJIS, SSA and IRS. 
• Analyze pre-production information, system designs, and documentation provided by agencies to identify deficiencies in the application of state information security policies, standards, and industry best practices.
• Translate complex architecture and technical options from projects, consultations and design discussions and reviews into business terms for agency and WaTech stakeholders.
• Use industry best practices and tools to assess enterprise security risks and develop quantifiable measures for assessing and reporting to the Office of Cybersecurity leadership.
• Conduct research and analysis of emerging architecture trends, security threats, products, services, protocols, systems and software.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• 15 years of combined information technology experience working with multiple operating systems or Information Technology platforms, security, networking, development, or other related technologies that must include the following: 
  • Six years of experience working with networking, security, system or cloud administration and integration in a large Information Technology environment.
  • Five years of information security experience in secure network or systems analysis, development, architecture, design or implementation. 
  • Two years of experience supporting security and/or architecture standards and practices within a large organization. 
  • Two years of experience leading complex Information Technology projects, including the application of project management principles.

 * A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Business Administration, Information Security or related field may substitute for four or six years of experience, respectively.

Preference may be granted to applicants with the following:

• Two years’ experience writing and implementing security policies and standards across large diverse organizations.
• CISSP, CCSP, GISP, CEH or similar industry certifications.
• Experience with intrusion detection/intrusion prevention systems, defense and incident response.
• Extensive knowledge of security standards and regulations such as ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, ITIL, HIPAA, CJIS, etc.
• Demonstrated experience supporting systems security, system integration principles, Information Security engineering, and architectural principles and technologies.

Telework: This position is approved for telework. However, has a monthly onsite requirement to attend meeting, training, etc. 

We value diversity and different perspectives:

WaTech is committed to providing equal access and opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We seek to attract and retain a diverse staff and welcome your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. 

What WaTech Offers:

As an employee of WaTech, you’ll have access to an outstanding employee benefits package that includes medical and dental plan options for you and your family, paid leave and holidays, retirement plan options and more. 

While WaTech is headquartered in Olympia, Washington, which is near some of the country’s most scenic national parks, we are able to offer many of our positions telework and flexible schedule options to help support a healthy work-life balance. 

To learn more about WaTech and what our employees enjoy about working here please visit our website. 

How to apply:

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please select the large “apply button” at the top of this announcement. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington state's automated application system. We invite you to include your name and pronouns in your material to ensure we address you correctly throughout the application process.

To be considered for this position you will need to:

• Submit your online application. 
• Answer all required Supplemental Questions.
• Attach a Letter of Interest that addresses how your experience qualifies you for this role.  
• Attach a Resume that clearly documents the work history, training, and education that makes you a viable and competitive candidate for this position. 

• Include Three professional references and their contact information. 

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. (Please redact any personally identifiable data such as social security number prior to submittal.)

Note: Applications without the requested attachments identified above or containing supplemental question responses with comments such as "see resume" may lead to your application being disqualified from consideration.   

Conditions of employment: 

This position requires a background check. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position and is a continued condition of employment. Additional information regarding the fingerprinting process will be provided to the selected candidate. 

Recruitment process:

First round of application assessments will be conducted seven days after the initial job posting date. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the initial seven-day job posting date during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions. 

Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Rebekah Wilkes at (360) 407-8646 or email to Rebekah.Wilkes@WaTech.wa.gov

Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact Human Resources at (360) 407-8242 or Human.Resources@watech.wa.gov. Persons of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. WaTech complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment. 

Salary : $109,464 - $147,204