Cybersecurity Architect
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Job Type: Direct Placement
Company: ARC Group
Category: Administration
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Cybersecurity Architect (CISSP, CISM) Job DescriptionARC Group is seeking a skilled and experienced Cybersecurity Architect for a contract opportunity with the potential to extend or convert to a full-time role. This position is fully remote, operating on Eastern Time business hours, and provides an excellent chance to contribute to a highly respected organization known for its commitment to career growth and professional development.
Key Responsibilities- Adhere to enterprise architecture standards, ensuring that security technology standards and industry best practices are maintained across the organization.
- Design and implement robust security strategies, architectures, and platforms to safeguard organizational assets and data.
- Perform enterprise due-diligence activities including security monitoring, reporting, and maintaining metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the security program and established controls.
- Integrate necessary security controls within all technical design processes and participate in security governance activities.
- Collaborate with IT security teams across various business areas and client groups, providing subject matter expertise on security architecture.
- Troubleshoot security-related issues, recommend solutions, and implement action plans for resolution.
- Lead efforts to examine technology vision, opportunities, and challenges, building consensus around security architecture principles.
- Evaluate, select, and assist in the implementation of technology solutions, providing detailed analysis of alternatives and the impact on security.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced Security Architects.
- Participate in project teams, advising on security standards and potential impacts on technology architecture.
- Investigate and report security threats and incidents, and conduct post-event security reviews.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation, including procedures, architecture blueprints, and operational guides.
- Assess security architecture designs for strengths and vulnerabilities, considering performance, confidentiality, integrity, availability, access, and cost of ownership.
- Facilitate smooth project handoffs by preparing documentation and supporting transitions.
- Design and select reusable design components and patterns, developing prototypes and resolving issues as they arise.
- Build and maintain partnerships with IT and business stakeholders to evaluate and enhance security controls.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices, benchmarking technology strategies, and preparing reports and presentations on security solutions.
- Recommend and promote the implementation of innovative technologies and methods to improve business efficiency and security posture.
- Experience in the healthcare industry is preferred.
- Relevant Information Security certifications, such as CISSP or CISM, are highly desirable.
- Proficiency with Agile methodology.
- In-depth knowledge of IT Infrastructure Services and security controls.
- Expertise in Network Security, including firewalls, perimeter defenses, load balancers, and proxy servers.
- Experience with security solutions for end-point, remote access, network management, messaging, collaboration, and monitoring.
- Familiarity with big data architectures (e.g., Hadoop, Kafka, Redis, Object Storage).
- Cloud security expertise, especially with AWS and Microsoft Azure architectures and solutions.
- Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), including federation, user-managed access, single sign-on, OAuth, and OpenID.
- Experience securing digital engagement models, such as mobile and IoT devices.
- Security engineering experience with API gateways, web services, JSON Web Tokens, and SOAP.
- Knowledge of CMS ARS controls and the ability to design security controls to support compliance objectives.
- A minimum of 5 years of related work experience in IT architecture, with progressive responsibilities.
- Bachelor's degree in a related IT field or equivalent work experience.
- CISSP certification or the ability to obtain it within 180 days if converted to a full-time role.
ARC Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. The organization is recognized for its integrity, commitment to quality, and support for career advancement. Working remotely offers flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals nationwide. ARC Group provides equal employment opportunities and accommodations may be requested during the recruitment process.
Position is offered with no fee to candidate.
ARC Group is a Forbes-ranked top 20 recruiting and executive search firm, partnering with clients across the nation to deliver exceptional technical talent. We serve both candidates and clients with integrity and a shared desire for success.
ARC Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.