Security Domain Architect

Job#: 3023759

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client in the financial services industry. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Position: Domain Security Architect

Location: Onsite in New Orleans, LA (client willing to consider candidates not currently in New Orleans but open to relocate at time of full-time conversion)

Duration : 6-month contract-to-hire

Position Overview:

• This individual will be a Domain Architect on the Security Engineering and Operations (SEO) Team
• They'll play a part of the larger enterprise security architecture foundation for the organization
• Building what they call "building blocks" - security patterns that other teams will follow

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years of Architecture experience
• Security Frameworks - ISO, NIST, CSF, etc.
• Wide breadth of technical knowledge
  • Firewalls, endpoints, email and app security, proxy, MFA, data security, Public DNS, etc.
• CISSP or Similar

Plusses:

• TOGAF or SABSA certifications

Job Description:

JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY:

In conjunction with and/or at the direction of CISO, responsible for the overall "health & wellness" of security infrastructure related to enterprise networks and data systems; plans, coordinates, and implements security measures to safeguard data information against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Security Environment Analysis:

• Responsible for the analysis & approval of business requirements associated with information security systems and/or processes.
• Translates security design based on business requirements into functional processes while maintaining controls set forth by information security policies/procedures.
• Develops and recommends new or enhanced security and system designs, including documentation of functional specifications for system configuration and supports system requirements as business processes evolve and system enables are identified.

Information Security System Maintenance:

• Responsible for the documentation and maintenance of security systems to include change management processes and tracking requests ensuring on-going changes and developments and upgrades to systems are performed.
• Designs and develops tests, document testing results for newly created functionality associated with system maintenance, enhancements and upgrades to ensure all systems changes are successfully implemented.

Information Security Technical Architecture:

• Plans, researches, designs, analyzes, estimates, identifies options, recommends, installs, tests, schedules, implements, administers, documents, monitors, tunes performance and maintains all primary and auxiliary technical architecture across all information security system platforms as related to assigned areas of specialty to ensure the integrity, security, availability, reliability, and performance of enterprise network & data systems to meet client needs and expectations.

Strategic & Tactical Planning:

• Evaluates and recommends new information security system products or services related to technical architecture to management as needed for developing, monitoring, and maintaining line of business & corporate support unit strategic/tactical plans conforming to the vision, mission, values, and objectives of the organization.
• Confers with management, programmers, risk assessment staff, auditors, facilities, and security departments and other personnel to identify and plan for data security for data, software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and computer installations.
• Develops and implements tests of computer systems to monitor effectiveness of security.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements disaster or emergency recovery procedures for information security systems to assure business continuity/disaster recovery.
• Assists in the development of information security policy and procedures.
• Analyze systems, network, and applications security and recommend/develop security measures to protect information against unauthorized access, modification, and/or loss.
• Works closely with Project Management Office (PMO) through Strategic Services to ensure that all new IT-related projects are reviewed for security prior to rollout.
• Develops and conducts information security risk assessments, reports findings and recommends corrective action, in applicable, to management.
• Coordinates & oversees information security third-party service providers to validate contracted services are provided according to contract and/or service level agreements.
• Supports Internal Auditor and contracted audit vendors related to information security audits and testing of controls

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or relevant science degree and 5+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Preferred: Senior certifications (i.e. CISSP-ISSAP, SABSA)
• An equivalent combination of education and experience is allowed

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
• Ability to operate a keyboard if required to perform the essential job functions
• Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions
• Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions
• Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an "undue hardship" then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.