Cloud Security Architect

Cloud Security Architect

Direct Hire

Hybrid – MUST be in Birmingham, AL OR Atlanta, GA

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the ongoing development of Synergis’s client’s Security Architecture – identify areas of opportunity, research alternatives and recommend solutions. This position is focused on Azure and Oracle Cloud environments.
• Develop creative solutions to meet business needs while ensuring appropriate security controls and best practices are implemented.
• Partner with others to identify and resolve information security issues.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead information security projects.
• Help customers understand and apply information security concepts, processes, and technologies.
• Maintain current knowledge of information security concepts, technologies, and practices.
• Mentor others to strengthen cybersecurity principles and best practices to outside operational areas.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Experience with Azure cloud infrastructure, modern operating systems, network concepts, database applications, web applications and other computing technologies.

• Hands-on experience designing, architecting, and implementing various information security tools/products such as PKI, Static or Dynamic Code Analysis, Next-Generation Firewalls, HSM’s, SIEM, Multi-Factor Authentication, IPS, NetFlow Monitoring, Full Packet Capture, Database Encryption, Privileged Identity Management, Cloud Posture Management, etc.
• Ability to lead a project from concept through implementation and anticipate potential problems.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of information security concepts and best practices (NIST, COBIT, ISO, PCI, OWASP, etc)
• Ability to perform detailed information security risk assessments and recommend mitigating controls.
• Experience promoting security as a business enablement function through the use of documentation, metrics, and strong verbal communication.
• Industry certification preferred (CISSP, CCSP, CISA, GIAC, etc)

REQUIREMENTS:

• MinimumExpert level working knowledge of securing Azure cloud infrastructure. This includes hands on experience with configurations, concepts, design, support, etc.
• Awareness of energy industry trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Strong technical consulting experience: ability to understand business requirements and present appropriate solutions.
• Effectively communicate both technical and business requirements.
• Demonstrated critical, independent thinking; demonstrated ability to conceive and present creative solutions.
• Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years of work experience in cybersecurity or relevant field.
• Foundational knowledge of modern operating system concepts.
• Ability to lead a project from concept through implementation and anticipate potential problems.
• Experience prioritizing and executing with minimal direction or oversight.
• Must pass NERC CIP & Insider Threat Protection background checks.

• Preferred QualificationsMicrosoft Azure could certification(s).
• Oracle cloud certification(s).
• Competency in APIs (Rest, Graph) and/or JavaScript/JSON/Kubernetes/SQL.
• Working knowledge of securing Oracle cloud infrastructure. This includes hands on experience with configurations, concepts, design, support, etc.
• Industry certifications such as: CISSP, CCSP, CISA, GIAC, OSCP, CRISC, CCNP, etc.
• Experience with software development and programing, code reviews, and application vulnerability remediation.
• Proficiency in one or more coding languages, such as C#, Python, Java, or Java Script
• Experience with development platforms and CI/CD tools, such as TFS/ADO/Git or Jenkins.
• Experience with information security frameworks such as: MITER, NIST, OWASP, etc.
• Basic budgeting, accounting and financial skills preferred.
• Familiarity with nation state, sophisticated criminal, and supply chain threats.
• Data science or analytics experience including aggregating, manipulating, examining, mining, exporting, reporting, and visualizing threat intelligence and security logs.
• Working knowledge of SIEM, cloud compliance, and identity management.
• Experience promoting security as a business enablement function using influence, metrics, documentation, strong verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current hacking techniques, vulnerability disclosures, and data breach incidents.
• Experience with cybersecurity analysis and analytic tradecraft.

About Synergis

Synergis serves a myriad of clients across nearly all industries, from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. The outcomes of these relationships are demonstrated in a growing list of more than 300 clients and industry recognition by Inc. magazine and the Atlanta Business Chronicle. From its foundation in 1997, Synergis has been successfully recruiting and placing IT professionals in all areas of information technology. For more information about Synergis, please visit the company website at www.synergishr.com.

Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to Sumner Pirkle at spirkle@synergishr.com. If you require assistance or an accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us at spirkle@synergishr.com