Cybersecurity Architect

Description

DESCRIPTION:

The Cybersecurity Architect IV is a critical technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and robust cybersecurity architectures across the organization. This role requires deep technical expertise, a strong understanding of industry’s best practices, and the ability to translate business requirements into effective security solutions. They will work closely with other technical teams and stakeholders to ensure that security is embedded in all aspects of the IT environment. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement secure architectures for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
• Develop and maintain security architecture diagrams, documentation, and standards
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions
• Conduct security reviews of existing systems and applications
• Provide expert guidance on security best practices and industry standards
• Lead and participate in security-focused projects, providing technical expertise and guidance
• Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure that security requirements are met
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets
• Conduct threat modeling exercises to identify potential security risks
• Perform risk assessments to evaluate the likelihood and impact of security threats 
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address identified risks
• Stay abreast of emerging security threats and technologies, research and evaluate new security tools and techniques, and contribute to the development of innovative security solutions
• Take directions from the Cyber Services Team Lead 
• Mentor and Direct subordinate Cyber Services Team staff

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Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA/BS in IT/Cybersecurity/Computer Science or related field (HS and 4 years of additional experience or AS and 2 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of BA/BS)
• 12 years total experience (Relevant Master’s Degree may be exchanged for 2 years’ experience credit or a relevant PhD may be exchanged for 4 years’ experience credit)
• 7 years relevant position-specific experience
• Deep understanding of security architecture principles and frameworks (e.g., SABSA, NIST Cybersecurity Framework)
• Extensive knowledge of network security, cloud security, endpoint security, data security, and application security
• Hands-on experience with a wide range of security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR, etc.)
• Strong understanding of security protocols and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, TLS, OAuth, SAML)
• Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell). 
• DoD 8570 IASAE Certification.
• Ability to work independently and in an agile, collaborative team environment  
• Active US Government Clearance at Secret level or higher 
• Effective written and verbal communications skills for collaboration with both customers and fellow team members
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and regularly lift at least 25 pounds  
• Ability to commute to the designated onsite work location as required

DESIRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Relevant industry standard certifications such as:
• Cloud platform certifications (AWS, Azure)
• Security certification (Security+, CASP, CISSP)
• Tool certifications (Tenable Security Center Specialist, Tanium Certified Administrator, ServiceNow Certified System Administrator) 
• 7+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role, with at least 3+ years in security architecture or design capacity
• Master's degree in Information Technology/Cybersecurity/Computer Science or related field

QBE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identity and/or expression, age, disability, Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or other related medical conditions), marital-status, neurodivergence, ethnicity, ancestry, caste, military/uniformed service-member status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.