It Security Architect

IT Security Architect
Location: Houston, TX
Description: 
This person as a Security Architect will support the portfolio of digital projects and Security Architecture reviews.
The ideal candidate for a Security Architect position should possess the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Extensive knowledge of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and encryption.

• Strong understanding of security protocols and standards, such as SSL/TLS, SAML, and OAuth.

• Experience with security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and threat modeling

• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards, such as TSA Pipeline refs, GDPR, NIST 800-53/CSF, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or SANS GIAC, are highly desirable.

• Self-motivated, high performer, preferably with a Security Architecture background preferred

• Intermediate knowledge of cloud security products as part of a cloud strategy

• Experience with Visio

• Advanced proficiency in authentication, authorization, and security policies

• Advanced understanding of the practical ways to apply security standard methodologies in new situations

• Advanced understanding Cloud best practices on leveraging the capabilities to secure by design

• Application Security with Application Development background is highly encouraged

• Awareness of ZeroTrust methodologies