ICT Security Architect (Cybersecurity Architect)

Company Description

Arηs is a fully independent group of companies specialized in managing complex IT projects and systems for large organisations, focusing on state-of-the-art software development, digital trust, cloud, data science, mobile development, machine learning and infrastructure services.

We are composed of 16 entities across 8 countries worldwide that are unified by the Arηs Group, with more than 2500 consultants. This corporate structure enables us to respond quickly to market changes and customer requests, and to communicate and make decisions without layers of bureaucracy.

Established in 2016, the Greek entity Arηs Developments Hellas aims to extend Arηs Group activities dedicated to the European market providing high-quality services in Software Development, covering the entire application development lifecycle.

Job Description

• Develop the organization’s cybersecurity architecture to address security and privacy requirements.
• Produce architectural documentation and specifications.
• Present high-level security architecture to stakeholders.
• Establish a secure environment during the development life cycle of systems, services, and/or products.
• Lead the development, integration, and maintenance of cybersecurity components to ensure compliance with cybersecurity specifications.
• Analyze and evaluate the cybersecurity posture of the organization’s architecture.
• Assure the security of solution architectures through security reviews.
• Collaborate with key security personnel and other teams to integrate security principles into the architecture.
• Adapt the organization’s security architecture to address emerging threats.
• Conduct market evaluations to identify appropriate solutions for business requirements.
• Contribute to defining the security architectural blueprint and integrate new solutions into the existing framework.
• Transition solutions to teams responsible for daily operations.
• Develop and maintain the ICT security strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent command of English equal to C1 according to CERF.
• At least 7 years of hands-on experience in designing ICT software systems.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in ICT security system design.
• At least 2 years of experience securing ICT workloads utilizing cloud services from major vendors such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS), ensuring resilience to attacks while maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• At least 2 years of experience in designing security for ICT systems using Microsoft, Unix, virtualization, and network platforms.
• At least 2 years of experience in designing Disaster Recovery Site (DRS) solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity recommendations and best practices.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity architecture reference models.
• Understanding of cybersecurity controls and solutions.
• Awareness of legal, regulatory, and legislative compliance requirements and best practices.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity aspects within the software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in ArchiMate modeling language specification.
• Ability to work independently and guide junior staff.
• Excellent documentation skills, including writing specifications, concept documents, end-user and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills for engaging stakeholders on technical and user requirements.
• Service-oriented attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Initiative and responsibility in assigned tasks.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

Desirable Certifications :

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or equivalent.
• CCSP (ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional) or equivalent.
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or equivalent.
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) or equivalent.
• SABSA Chartered Security Architect – Practitioner Certificate (SCP) or equivalent.