Lead Cybersecurity Architect with CISSP

Lead Cybersecurity Architect with CISSP

Full time / direct hire hybrid role (onsite 3 days a week is a must).

Our direct client is seeking a CISSP

Senior Lead Cybersecurity Architect

to lead, advance and improve the firm's digital defenses. This individual will own and be responsible for the cybersecurity framework:

Lead the strategic design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-class security systems

for a dynamic production environment.

Drive compliance and certification initiatives

for multiple critical standards including ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR, and PCI-DSS.

Align security standards, frameworks, and best practices

seamlessly with our overall business and technology strategies.

Proactively identify, analyze, and communicate current and emerging security threats

, developing architectural elements to mitigate risks effectively.

Collaborate closely with software development leaders

to embed the highest security best practices into our applications, addressing findings from tools like OWASP, SonarQube, and Qualys.

Engineer innovative security solutions

that expertly balance business requirements with robust information and cybersecurity needs.

Identify and resolve security design gaps

in both existing and proposed architectures, recommending strategic enhancements.

Establish and oversee rigorous system tests and continuous monitoring

of network and application security performance.

Manage project timelines for critical security system upgrades and enhancements

.

Implement and enforce least-privilege access controls

across all IT systems based on user roles and business necessity.

Develop, test, and refine disaster recovery procedures

, including conducting regular breach of security drills.

Lead prompt responses to all security incidents

, conducting thorough post-event analyses to prevent recurrence.

The successful candidate will have the following experience and knowledge:

Demonstrated experience

in cybersecurity, security architecture, or computer network defense, with a proven track record of delivering impactful security solutions.

Expertise in security architecture principles

, solution delivery, and the application of emerging security technologies.

Demonstrated experience designing and implementing comprehensive digital security solutions

, including continuous monitoring and iterative improvements.

Deep knowledge and practical experience

with relevant security standards: NIST frameworks, ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type 2 attestation, and PCI-DSS certification.

Proven ability to consult, engineer, and implement robust security best practices

across an organization, meeting both business goals and regulatory requirements.

Comprehensive understanding of cloud computing security considerations

(e.g., data breaches, authentication vulnerabilities, account hijacking, insider threats, APTs, data loss, DoS attacks), with

AWS experience preferred

.

Experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM)

, including integrating security policies and technologies to control and track access to sensitive resources.

Solid command of security principles across diverse operating environments

.

Strong critical thinking and root cause analytical skills

to dissect complex security challenges.

Demonstrated ability to identify and assess risks

associated with business processes, operations, information security programs, and technology projects.

Subject matter expertise

in areas such as computer forensics, incident response, intrusion analysis, malware analysis, and/or security engineering.

Hands-on experience handling advanced cybersecurity incidents

and utilizing associated incident response toolsets.

Required Certifications (Must have):

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (

CISSP

)

Additional Certifications in one or more of the following:

Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

SANS-related certifications

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Dice Id:

10501841

Position Id:

BO-3930