Information Security Architect

Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation:

• PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows.
• Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients.

Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile.

In 2023, our unwavering dedication to innovation garnered recognition as a Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ Program Company. Our clientele boasts industry leaders such as Walmart, GM, TIME Magazine, Salesforce, Tableau, Splunk, Bolt.com, Freedom House, and more.

At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join The Talent Pool?

This Job Posting is currently part of our “Talent Community”. The "Talent Community" is a section in our Careers Site, specially designed to attract and call on all those professionals passionate about technology who aspire to be part of a "People First Company" like Launchpad.

Through the notices posted in the Talent Community, which are associated with a series of high-demand positions in the market, you can quickly upload your resume; we assure you that in this way, we can easily find your profile in our database when we have the right opportunity for you. This means that these are not vacancies we are actively working on, but rather a simple way to connect and explore the possibility of working together in the future.

If you are an Information Security Architect and you are interested in working with world-class companies, submit your resume today!

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement secure architecture solutions for the protection of the company's information assets.
• Assess and mitigate security risks in existing systems and propose enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into the development and infrastructure lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on security best practices.
• Conduct security reviews, audits, and assessments.
• Stay abreast of emerging security threats and technologies to ensure proactive defense measures.
• Define and implement security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Work closely with IT teams to ensure the security of network infrastructure and applications.
• Lead security awareness training programs for staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Information Security Architect or in a similar senior security role.
• In-depth knowledge of security architecture principles, practices, and technologies.
• Strong understanding of risk management and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Expertise in designing and implementing security solutions for cloud environments.
• Experience with security tools and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, etc.).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, TOGAF).
• Experience with DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to information security.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices.

Why Work for Launchpad?

• 100% remote
• People first culture
• Excellent compensation in US Dollars
• Hardware setup for working from home
• Work with global teams and prominent brands based in North America, Europe, and Asia
• Training allowances
• Personal time off (PTO) for vacations, study leave, personal time, etc.
• ...and more!

At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.

Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story! Contact us today.