System Security Architect
12+ MONTHS ongoing Contract role
Only US Citizen, GC Holders and TN Visa
Remote option OPEN
Job Title: System Security Architects : Bethpage, NY/ Newark, NJ
Rate is 80/hr on C2C
Client : UTILITY SUPPLY
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is responsible for formalizing the design &
implementation of a robust information security architecture for
Corporate IT systems. He/she will be responsible for assisting the
CISO in developing, managing, and implementing the cybersecurity
strategy and roadmap.
-Lead and manage the development of Information Security Architecture,
standards and design patterns.
-Participate in and reviews risk assessments to ensure compliance with
Security Architecture objectives and standards.
-Review Data flow diagrams and system architecture designs to identify
threats and suggest appropriate security controls to mitigate the
risks at design level
- Research and implement the latest security standards, systems and
suggest best practices.
REQUIRED SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND CERTIFICATIONS
· Must be a permanent resident/Green Card or US citizen.
· Minimum five years of experience in Security architecture function.
· Experienced in security assessment of multiple platforms
Unix, Network, Cloud, Application and End User/Mobile devices.
· Proficiency in at least one scripting language
· Defines strategy and architecture for security solutions that
protect company infrastructure and data, while incorporating
applicable compliance standards.
· Reviews new, and changes to existing, applications and
infrastructure for security risk. Provides expert advice using
existing and new security technologies to reduce risk and support
implementation of new products and features needed by business.
· Reviews/validates application configurations and code for
security risks.
· Understands threats to data and how to use encryption and
KMS, access control, DRM, DLP,SIEM and other technologies to reduce
risk.
· Experience in Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Meter
Data Management (MDM or MDMS), Load Control, Demand Response, Smart
Grid would be preferred
· Experience with security of Active Directory, Microsoft
Exchange and database environments.
· Reviews network architecture diagrams for various attack
vectors and provides expert advice on mitigating threats via proper
architecture design.
· Focuses on cloud-based solutions that work in an existing
hybrid cloud/on premise environment.
· Understands and is capable of working within DevOps model,
embracing guardrail model of security to support rapid development in
an Agile framework. If required, perform vulnerability testing and
security assessments.
· Strong leadership and influence skills
· Ability to present to all levels of management & executive leadership
· Excellent teamwork, facilitation, relationship building, and
negotiation skills
· Able to maintain positive working relationships both leading
and as part of a team
· Effective time management skills and able to multitask effectively
· Able to communicate effectively with both technical and
non-technical individuals
DESIRED SKILLS
· CISSP certification – preferred
· Good to have knowledge on Utility Operational Technology
communication protocols.
· Understanding of core AWS services
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MINIMUM
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Engineering
or Computer Science, with at least 10 years of professional
experience.
· Minimum five years of experience in Security architecture function
Send resume to SAM@NYTP.COM
