Cyber Security Architect | Remote, USA

The Cyber Security Architect is responsible for supporting projects that apply new and existing technologies and solutions to solve business needs in the cyber security space.  The Cyber Security Architect works with other architects, engineers, various groups, and operational support staff both within IT and other business units to provide and maintain solutions that meet business and technical requirements. The Cyber Security Architect will assist in the development of technology roadmaps and documentation; act as the subject matter expert in a variety of cyber security domains such as Identity and Access Management (IAM), SIEM integration, IR automation, etc.; and will provide tier three production support for responsible solutions. The Cyber Security Architect will maintain a solid understanding of the entire Information Security landscape and report directly to the CISO.

How you'll make an impact:

• Assist in the development of security strategies and implementation roadmaps centered around a Zero-Trust philosophy.

• Design security architecture for Security Operations and integration with SIEM (both in-cloud/on-prem) for Fortune 500 clients.  

• Develop and support key security solutions in the GRC, SOC, SIEM and IAM space.

• Participate in internal investigations and incident response events.

• Ability to lead and direct security vendors to resolve issues and influence roadmaps.

• Assist in deploying, monitoring, troubleshooting and changing complex environments.

• Partner with other architects in IT, enterprise security and services teams in designing next generation customer and employee applications

• Research and evaluate impact of new vulnerabilities, security alerts and threat intelligence.

• Stay informed of new security technologies and solutions to assist in the on-going development of the overall security strategy.

• Build and maintain relationships with key customer's technical staff members and with internal stakeholders from IT, customer service and field operations.

• Share experience, knowledge, and ideas with management and co-workers to maintain a kind and respectful team-based environment.

• Promote a corporate culture that is committed to information security best practices.

• Participate in after-hours support as needed to respond to security incidents.

• Function with a high degree of integrity with an ability to keep information confidential.

• Be able to provide hands-on configuration and support for the projects and services you are involved in.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, Master’s Degree a plus.

• CISSP or other security certifications are a plus.

• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant work experience related to cyber security.

• Must have experience with several of the following: Microsoft, O365, LDAP, Active Directory, ServiceNow, SailPoint, Tenable, Crowdstrike, Netskope, Wiz, Splunk, and Google Chronicle.

• Proficient across multiple operating systems such as Microsoft, Apple and Linux.

• Fundamental understanding of network protocols and network security concepts.

• Familiarity with Cloud (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) environments and best practices for securing these environments with experience in Azure, AWS or GCP.

• Familiarity with incident response tools and digital forensics concepts preferred.

• Knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST.

• Detail-oriented with strong conceptual, analytical, problem solving, decision making and planning skills.

• Must have the ability to utilize application, scripting and operating system commands to configure, debug, and monitor large scale production systems.

• Knowledge of modern software development lifecycles, including Agile and iterative development.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; and demonstrated ability to interact with technical, non-technical, and business members of the organization.

• Ability to accurately interpret business direction and clarify technology's alignment with stakeholder needs.

Salary Range Description

The Hiring Range provided for this role is informed by (but not limited to) various factors including responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, geography, as well as other market influences when extending an offer. The disclosed range has not been adjusted for these factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a variable incentive-based bonus plan. Optiv offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, of which salary is a component.

Job Application Window

This position accepts applicants for a minimum of 4 business days after the job posting date and will remain available until an applicant has been selected for the position.

What you can expect from Optiv

• A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups.
• Work/life balance
• Professional training resources
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
• Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
• The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

EEO Statement

Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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