Cybersecurity Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Implement the design, construction, testing, and deployment of security systems, focusing on endpoint security and mobility.

• Recognize threats and vulnerabilities, devising strategies and solutions for mitigation.

• Define and assess security architecture for workstations, laptops, endpoint protection, data safeguarding, and configuration baselines.

• Provide guidance on mobility security, including MDM/UEM, mobile application management, conditional access, and BYOD posture for iOS and Android devices.

• Conduct Security Architecture Reviews, aligning risks and controls with system owners.

• Deliver comprehensive Security Architecture Consulting engagements in collaboration with business partners.

• Review risk evidence alongside Risk Management to assess the effectiveness of controls and mitigation measures.

• Plan, design, construct, and implement enterprise-level security architecture and associated documentation.

• Evaluate security technologies and controls, including those from third-party providers.

• Identify and convey current and emerging security threats and risks.

• Develop security solutions that balance information security with business requirements.

• Integrate AI into design reviews, threat modeling, documentation, and analysis processes.

• Create reusable reference architectures, design patterns, security guidelines, and security positions.

• Construct resilient systems, patterns, and standards that address recurring technical, process, and personnel issues.

• Facilitate training and mentorship for junior staff and employees outside the Information Security Team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience OR Master's Degree with 7 years of experience OR PhD with 3 years of experience.

• Proven expertise with security controls and concepts.

• Familiarity with NIST, CIS Controls, OWASP, Cloud Security Alliance, or comparable frameworks and standards.

• Advanced understanding of operating systems, networking protocols, systems administration, and security technologies.

• In-depth knowledge and application of cybersecurity terminology and concepts.

• Basic comprehension of cyber threat landscapes and attack vectors.

• Understanding of risk management principles.

• Proficiency in AI concepts and demonstrated experience with AI tools.

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication proficiency.

• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Availability to address major and critical security issues as necessary.

• Experience with EDR/EPP, data protection, and configuration-baseline tools.

• Experience with MDM/UEM, Microsoft Intune, mobile application management, and conditional access.

• Proficient with operating systems, networking protocols, systems administration, AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms.

• Experience with security control frameworks, cyber threat landscapes, and attack vectors.

• Experience with AI tools and AI-assisted workflows.

• Familiarity with ServiceNow ITSM, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint.

• Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP or SANS/GIAC are highly preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Opportunity to participate in long-term incentive programs.

• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants in the US and Puerto Rico.

• Possibility of remote work.