W2 - Lead Security Architect(Need IL Locals)

Job Title: Lead Security Architect

Location: 333 South Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604(Hybrid - 3 Days)

Contract Type: W2

Need Local Candidates.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative Security Architect to lead Security Architecture reviews specific to SaaS platforms.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor''''s degree in computer science or related discipline and experience in information security, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Deep knowledge of cloud security, preferred experience in financial industry.
- Excellent consultative and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with client, partner, and IT management and staff.
- Seven years of experience in the Information Security role. Three years of experience with cloud and/or technologies
- CISSP, CSSP, CCNP/CCIE Security, or Cloud security certification preferred
- Strong collaboration skills and analytical ability

Skill Level: Senior

Requirements/Responsibilities:
- In-depth knowledge of various cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and SSDLC
- Hands-on experience with management of SaaS platforms within enterprise environment
- Knowledge related to third party cyber security due diligence and Risk Management
- Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, privilege management, Microsoft Entra
- Must be knowledgeable related to various security frameworks, compliance, and regulations including NIST, GDPR, SOC reports etc.
- Experience working with Microsoft Azure, AWS, hybrid, and multi-cloud systems
- Very good understanding of data security concepts including encryption, retention, classification
- Knowledge related to Application security including OWASP, API security, SSDLC etc.
- Understanding related to security and audit logs, SIEM integration, alerting, incident response plan, pen testing
- Very good understanding related to the concepts related to Firewall, IPS/IDS, Proxy servers, WAF, App Proxy, APIM
- Very strong understanding of network architecture concepts including topology, protocols, and components
- Ability to establish security patterns related to cloud/ hybrid architecture and work with various tech teams to assist with the implementation as needed
- Must be able to represent the team in technical discussions and drive towards deliverables with minimal guidance
- Very good understanding of zero-trust architecture and working experience with relevant tools/technologies
- Knowledge related to AI, specifically Microsoft co-pilot

Must Have:
- Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, privilege management, Microsoft Entra