Senior IT Security Architect

A financial firm is looking for a Senior IT Security Architect to join their team in Iselin, NJ.

Compensation: $200–210k

Responsibilities:

Work closely with Enterprise Architecture in the effective delivery of solutions
A high–level knowledge of all key areas of Information Security Technology and an ability to apply them appropriately

Work with other Security Architects to build security into infrastructure and architecture designs

Provide direction and advice on projects related to security portfolio to strengthen the overall cybersecurity posture

Assess SaaS and IaaS cloud services and virtualization technologies and provide direction and input for the maturation of the Cloud Security Framework where necessary

Foster relationships with key functional teams such as IT, Compliance, Operations, Finance, HR, Internal Audit, and Enterprise Risk to support current and future initiatives

Keep informed of new and updated industry frameworks and regulations: GDPR, ISO 27001/2, SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls, NIST CSF, SP 800–53, PFMI, CPMI ISOCO and FFIEC handbook, SABSA

Keep informed of new and emerging security threats & assess effectiveness of current controls to identify opportunities for program improvement

Engage with stakeholders across the organisation to develop relationships and the brand of Security Architecture

Interface with program and project managers to ensure appropriate security architecture engagement as necessary

Develop a strong interlock with the other security functions to support transition of projects into operation with effective governance

Ensure appropriate quality of security architecture artefacts, engagement and managing escalations should they arise

Ensure appropriate interlock and attestation against security controls where appropriate

Maintain engagement with Security Engineering and Operations for the management of vulnerabilities, risks and remediation methods

Ability to take initiative, self–motivated to work independently to deliver against project requirements

Assure compliance with security controls to identify control gaps, develop remediation plans and determine residual risk

Lead by example in the engagement of Security Architecture of projects across the enterprise

Qualifications:

5+ years security architecture expertise with broad understanding of multiple security domains

Ability to collaborate effectively with others to drive forward key security objectives

Strong documentation and report writing skills (to both technical and business audiences)

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Knowledge of policy frameworks and understanding of policies, procedures, guideline structure

Knowledge of firewalls, IPS, DLP, proxies, SEIM, & endpoint protection software

Degree in a technology discipline (Computer Science, Information Management, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or equivalent)

Security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CRISC, SABSA, GIAC, CCSP, CCSK or equivalent is preferred

Knowledge of Risk Management life cycles based on an established framework: ISO 27001, SANS, NIST SP 800–53

Working knowledge of the following frameworks and regulations: ISO 27001/2, SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls, NIST CSF, and FFIEC handbook, Cloud Security Alliance CCM

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Strong service–oriented mindset to consistently deliver balanced security solutions that include people, process and technology

Strong technical, analytical and problem–solving skills

Self–motivated to exceed management expectations and objectives

Ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues to both business and technical staff at all levels.

Strong collaboration skills to tackle complex security challenges that may span across multiple internal and external departments and groups

Able to effectively cope with change and comfortably handle risk and ambiguity

Positive attitude in challenging situations

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