Security Architect - ONLY W2 - 100% REMOTE

Overview

Remote
On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - 22 day((s))

Skills

PYTHON
SECURITY
IAM
SIEM

Job Details

Title: Security Architect (ONLY W2)
Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of extension)
Location: 100% REMOTE
No. of Hours/Week: 40

Position Overview

The Security Architect Consultant will work as a Security Identity and Access Management Engineer within the Division of Information Security. The role will assist with the implementation, integration, and operationalization of security technologies and develop automation integrations among security tools. The position also supports strategic planning, secure solution design, and implementation of new and existing systems.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities

  • Implement and manage Identity and Access Management, including identity management, Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication, Active Directory, and application integrations.
  • Develop and implement automation across disparate security and enterprise IT tools.
  • Plan, design, develop, and implement enterprise security solutions aligned with business goals and risk tolerance.
  • Design, deploy, and manage countermeasures for known security threats.
  • Develop preventative mitigation strategies for emerging security threats.
  • Ensure consistent application of security controls across enterprise applications and infrastructure.
  • Validate, measure, and enforce protective measures to safeguard state data and technology services.

Required Skills

  • 5+ years of expertise in automation development using tools such as Python and Bash
  • 5+ years of experience with expert understanding of Identity and Access Control, logging, and reporting systems
  • 5+ years of experience in cyber security awareness and understanding
  • 5+ years of experience with Linux, Windows, and network security protocols and procedures
  • 5+ years of experience supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments

Required Education / Certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an Information Technology or Information Security related field
    OR
  • Eight (8) years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of education

Preferred Skills (Not Mandatory)

  • Knowledge of SIEM analysis and reporting
  • Knowledge of security frameworks including:
    • NIST
    • CSF
    • CJIS
    • IRS 1075
    • CMS MARS-E
  • Knowledge of Application Security (AppSec)

Preferred Certifications (Not Mandatory)

  • CISSP, CISA, CISO, or equivalent advanced security certification
  • Additional relevant certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP, GPEN)
  • Vendor certifications in SIEM or logging technologies

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