Cybersecurity Architect

Drive enterprise security architecture and Zero Trust adoption to strengthen cybersecurity posture across IT systems and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering, operations, and security specialists to ensure security controls are implemented across all IT systems and platforms to mitigate identified risks and meet business, regulatory requirements
• Evaluate current security posture and future architecture requirements; provide recommendations to improve security and reduce risk
• Ensure implemented solutions align with cybersecurity architecture objectives (availability, scalability, performance, security); monitor implementation activities to uphold architecture and design principles
• Support implementation of enterprise information security architecture artifacts (frameworks, standards, repeatable patterns) and work with infrastructure teams to drive adoption
• Act as a security expert for application development, database design, and network and/or platform (operating system) initiatives to support compliance with enterprise policies, industry regulations, and best practices
• Develop security configuration guidelines for IT devices and systems and define mechanisms to assess compliance against those guidelines
• Design and support a comprehensive Zero Trust Architecture framework to protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data
• Create security policies, access controls, and authentication mechanisms based on Zero Trust principles
• Assess existing network and security infrastructure, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend enhancements aligned with Zero Trust principles
• Apply knowledge of OWASP and SANS Top 20 prevention and remediation techniques
• Collaborate in a group development environment as an application security engineer across software engineering, QA, and build/test/release teams
• Deploy, maintain, support, and analyze DAST/SAST scan results
• Coordinate short- and long-term technical objectives and manage tactical execution with accountability for results, including costs, methods, and staffing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, Computer Science, or a business/science related field
• 6-10 years experience related to internal/external audits or risk management methods and techniques for assessing and managing risk
• Familiarity with the management, operational, and technical aspects of IT Security in a complex enterprise environment
• Additional experience in cyber risk management and assessments is considered
• Strong understanding of network architecture, protocols, and security technologies
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and associated security services
• Proficiency with security frameworks and standards including ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS
• Proactive, result-driven problem solving with strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interpret IT processes, management objectives, risk appetite and tolerances, and how changes affect risk profiles
• CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or other relevant certification(s) desired
• Client services orientation and communication skills with urgency to keep partners informed, including solutions to overcome obstacles
• Experience in IT governance, risk, and controls including governance frameworks
• Demonstrated technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Creativity in addressing technical challenges
• Proven record to deliver results

Technologies

• AWS
• Azure
• Google Cloud
• ISO 27001
• NIST
• CIS
• CISA
• CISSP
• CRISC
• OWASP
• SANS Top 20
• DAST
• SAST

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance

Work Location and Conditions

• Location: Waltham, MA (remote)
• Travel: Approximate 10% to corporate office as required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

Compensation

• Annual rate: $137,000.00 - $229,000.00
• Employment: yearly