A confidential client is seeking a Director of Cyber Security Architecture and Engineering. This key leadership role involves designing, reviewing, implementing, and overseeing the security systems within the organization's IT environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in assessing and improving the current security posture, addressing potential security concerns, and advising on a wide range of security concepts and best practices.
This position is ideal for an experienced security professional who is passionate about staying ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities and who can provide strategic guidance on security architecture across various environments, including on-premise, cloud, and hybrid.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert guidance to clients and internal teams on security matters, ensuring timely and effective communication.
- Design and review secure architectural solutions based on business needs and security best practices.
- Conduct security architecture advisory services, including risk assessments and architectural recommendations.
- Identify gaps in existing security capabilities and recommend improvements.
- Create and assess both low-level and high-level architecture designs, as well as reference and solution architectures.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to select and implement appropriate security tools and solutions.
- Conduct assessments of tools and environments based on industry standards and best practices.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 10+ years in Technology and Cybersecurity, with at least 5+ years in security architecture.
- Expertise: Strong background in infrastructure-related security or application security.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, architectural methodologies, and evolving compliance requirements.
- Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Documentation: Proficiency in creating comprehensive documentation, including architectural diagrams, network diagrams, data-flow diagrams, and security policies.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical function within a forward-thinking organization, offering the chance to make a significant impact on the company’s security landscape. If you are a seasoned cybersecurity professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
Experience:
- Cybersecurity: 10 years (Required)
- NIST standards: 10 years (Required)
- Network infrastructure: 10 years (Required)
- Information security: 10 years (Required)
- Network engineering: 10 years (Required)
US Citizen or Green Card Holder ONLY - Cannot provide sponsorship